Ball joint pressed at angle

Hello!

Been replacing the upper ball joints on my 4th gen and the second one started to tilt while pressing it, I continued pressing but it's getting worse.

It's still not fully seated on the tight side so I'm hesitating between 2 options:
1- Continue pressing and hope it straighten itself at some point
2- Press it out hoping not to break it and try again

First time I'm doing this so maybe I'm worried for nothing but if I can save myself a few bucks, I'll take the advices!

Thanks!

 

I guess I'd try option 2, and make sure everything is straight when you try it again. Good luck.

 

option 2

 

Thx I went with #2 and it went well. Had to craft myself a few custom press cup with the grinder to fit the ball joint length, also removed the boot to avoid breaking it. Learning

 

that a boy. Job well done