Originally posted by Star Turbo Talon
Get the right tool for the job. Snap ring plier for a snap ring that doesnt have holes, yes they have a special set of pliers for that. You might be able to use a standard set.

Got the snap ring pliers today at Autozone and the snap ring was off in a couple of minutes. Then I tried to beat the ball joint off of the control arm with a hammer but it won't budge. I hit it so much that the threaded bolt end of the ball joint is rounded. Any suggestions? :7