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Old 02-03-14, 05:58 PM
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axle question
are the axles on an 84 GSL held in by just the retaining plates on the outer housing?
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Old 02-03-14, 06:32 PM
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Yep, but even if you unbolt those you might need extra force to pull them out because they're tightly fitted into the diff.
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Yep, you may need a slide hammer to get them out.
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Old 02-03-14, 11:40 PM
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In a pinch you can bolt the wheel back up, and kick it from under the car.

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Originally Posted by flight_of_pain
In a pinch you can bolt the wheel back up, and kick it from under the car.

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And pray to God that it doesn't fall on you! You are a brave man sir!
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And pray to God that it doesn't fall on you! You are a brave man sir!
If you get under a car without all the proper safety procedures in place then you are a fool. "From under the car," indicates the direction it should be kicked...


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Tire trick:
Install the rim inside out but keep the lug nuts loose so the tire will act like a slide hammer
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