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Old 06-27-2007, 04:37 PM
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how do i go about removing the ring gear from the diff.? i removed the reverse bolts and now i am at a loss....
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I run four of the bolts back in halfway or so. Then I tap each with a hammer, going across from each other. Then the ring gear will loosen up and fall off, but it will be held on with those bolts so just remove them and there you go.
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beautiful! thanks for the quick reply
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vice....and mallet
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Originally Posted by staringback05
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Are you suggesting you beat the ring gear off?
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Originally Posted by staringback05
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Rubber mallet not 10 pound hammer. Just tap in a star pattern.




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