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axle removal tool?


joecutlass

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There was a tool kentmoore had where you would install it onto the hub and it would actually push the axle out of the hub and hold it there.

 

As far as in the tranny, i dont recall any tool for that other then a prybar.

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I dont know about an air hammer on the axle though. Seems like overkill and might mess something up. Never needed something like that. I tap em with a dead blow and they usually are loose.

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Please do it the correct way.

Otherwise, you risk ripping the seal, damaging the transmission shaft, or damaging the transmission case.

For ~$40 you can do it the right way, and the easy way. That's assuming you already have a dent puller.

 

 

Get either an

KD 3164

KD Tools (KD 3164)

Inner CV Joint Pullers for Slide Hammer

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or

OTC 7507 CV Joint Fork Removing Adapter

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Or, if you don't have a dent puller:

OTC7509

OTC Tools (OTC7509)

CV Joint Inner Puller Complete Set (~$65)

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I've found that sometimes, you'll need to grind a little away in places to fit some tight spots (like on my Intrigue).

BTW, according to GM, you're suppose to use a CV puller.

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I won't lie those above tools look like they would make for a EASY removal. something I would like to own at some point.

 

However. I have yet to use anything other then a prybar, have yet to damage a transmission or axle seal.

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I work on cars for a living, have changed many many halfshafts, never damaged a seal ever using a prybar. Hell, i've worked with 2 lead techs, one with 29 yrs experience, and the current lead tech I work with with 41yrs experience (yes 41, he refuses to retire) and none of them have used anything but a prybar and an air hammer (yes, air hammer. Prybar wont work on certain Chrysler cars).

 

Never seen anyone damage a seal yet.

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