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Ford 9" Axle Shaft Removal

Ford 9" Axle Shaft Removal

REQUIRED TOOLS
MATERIALS
(Check manual for types, amounts and applicability)
TIME
     

By Mr Joe

Difficulty Level - Easy
1) Jack up vehicle and place sturdy jack stands under axle.
2) If removing third member, Remove and secure driveshaft
3) Remove wheels and brake drums.
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4) Remove 4 retainer nuts located on vacuum plate. (Big bearing socket size is 3/4")
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5) Install brake drum backwards and install lug nuts a couple turns.
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6) Use brake drum as a slide hammer until axle bearing clears housing. Notice progress in second pic.
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7) Remove axle and you're done!
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