FAQ - Schley® 18100 Ball Joint Press

Heavy-Duty Ball Joint Press Master Kit

The Industry's Most Powerful Truck Ball Joint Press

The Schley 18100 Ball Joint Press was engineered specifically for the toughest heavy-duty truck ball joint jobs. Unlike traditional C-frame presses that flex under heavy loads, the patented Schley design delivers tremendous pressing force while remaining compact enough to service ball joints directly on the vehicle.

Whether you're servicing Ford Super Duty, Ram HD, GM HD, or other press-fit ball joints, the 18100 dramatically reduces labor time while eliminating the frustration of seized ball joints. The patented pivoting design produces approximately 18 tons of effective pressing force while weighing only about 25 pounds, making it one of the most productive specialty tools available. (Schley Products Inc. - SP Tools)

Why Technicians Choose the 18100

✔ Removes Ball Joints Others Can't

Patented 2:1 pivoting press design generates enormous pressing force for even severely corroded ball joints.

✔ Works On The Vehicle

No need to remove the steering knuckle in many applications. The open-frame design provides exceptional working clearance.

✔ Save Hours Per Repair

Reduces difficult heavy-duty truck ball joint jobs by as much as 75%, saving up to 6 labor hours compared to conventional C-frame presses. (Schley Products Inc. - SP Tools)

✔ Heavy-Duty Construction

  • Forged alloy steel frame
  • Oversized coarse-thread jack screw
  • Precision machined adapters
  • Heat-treated components built for professional daily use

✔ Secure Adapter System

Proprietary cup locking design keeps adapters securely positioned during pressing operations.

Vehicle Coverage

Designed primarily for press-in ball joints found on:

  • Ford Super Duty
  • Ram 2500
  • Ram 3500
  • Ram 4500
  • Ram 5500
  • GM 4500 & 5500
  • Chevrolet HD trucks
  • GMC HD trucks
  • Jeep applications
  • Toyota applications
  • Many additional domestic and import press-fit ball joint applications using the included cup set. (Schley Products Inc. - SP Tools)

Kit Includes

  • Patented 18100 Ball Joint Press
  • 9 precision ball joint cups
  • Multiple adapters
  • Complete Master Kit
  • Ready for immediate use

Specifications

Feature

Specification

Press Force

Approximately 18 Tons

Weight

Approximately 25 lbs

Overall Size

12" × 10" × 2.5"

Construction

Forged Alloy Steel

Made For

Professional Service Shops

Key Benefits

✓ Eliminates stubborn ball joints

✓ Services ball joints on the vehicle

✓ Reduces technician fatigue

✓ Produces higher shop profits

✓ Reduces comeback risk

✓ OEM-quality professional tool

✓ Patented Schley design

The ROI

A stubborn heavy-duty truck ball joint replacement can consume most of a technician's day using a traditional C-frame press. The Schley 18100 can reduce that repair by up to six labor hours, allowing shops to complete more work in the same day while reducing technician frustration. (Schley Products Inc. - SP Tools)

Why Shops Invest in the 18100

  • Patented American-designed technology
  • Proven in professional repair facilities
  • Over 7,500 units in service with expanding accessory support such as the GM Cup Kit. (Schley Products Inc. - SP Tools)

Professional Grade • Patented Technology • Built for Heavy-Duty Trucks