i am trying to replace the inner cv boot on my 05 eiger but cant get the AXLE out of the Diff. I tried pulling as hard as i could and i just get it to pop a few times and nothing???I am totally lost here and need some good input so i can get out this weekend thanks again guys

 

anyone?????trying to get done before sat ????

 

BUMP

 

you need some sort of impact. I use a slide hammer. It is a 1/2 rod with a threaded end for attachments. Welded an axle nut to a 1/2 nut, thread it on the axle and puller. Give it a tap or two and the axle will pop out.

There is a retaining clip on the male part of the joint that fits in a relief in the axle. You must overcome the holding force of the retaining clip.

There is another way, but it's shadetree and you use it at your own risk. Use a large adjustable wrench.

1) thread the axle nut on at least 1/2 of its threads (using it for a stop)
2) set wrench so it fits over axle, but too small to go past nut
3) hit the wrench with a dead blow hammer

This can work with other things like a pickle fork (used for ball joints).

 

how about getting axle back in when im done is this another tricky thing ill run into or will it be easy????????

 

The service manual says to install a new ring, I used my old rings. I just wiggled and pushed and it popped over the ring. Then I pulled on it to make sure the ring had a grip. The service manual also says to apply grease to the shaft.

Here is word for word how it says to do it in the service manual:

REMOUNTING
Install the drive shaft.

service manuals dont get to detailed on the details, They are written for people with a working knowlege of mechanics.

 

thanks guys got everything put on all went smooth cause of your help (comments) thanks again appreciate it