<VV> Re: u-joints repair/replace

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In a message dated 3/14/04 9:11:59 AM Pacific Standard Time, rnchy@yahoo.com 
writes:


> I just bought 2 axles from Lon Wall. '65 GM Service
> manual says to undo retainer straps and pry the old
> axle out. How much force is needed and is there major
> prying needed to install the new assembly? Thanks for
> advice.   -ron 65,66
> 
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You must disconnect the Lower Control arms, at the differential case...then 
the propellershafts [axles] will fall out..

TIP   lower the rear of the engine 6"..this will make re-installing the LCR's 
much easier.

Matt Nall