Thanks Bob. I may try to fabricate a little trolley to pull the axle out from
under. It's going to an interesting experience. I've begun soaking the works in
P-B Blaster. When I get the 'donor' axle I'll be better able to size things up.
Bud Krueger
MGSMGBGT@aol.com wrote:
> In a message dated 1/26/1999 7:24:23 PM, bkrueger@ici.net wrote:
>
> << Which is better, wheels on or wheels off? I'm of the impression that the
> leaf spring assembly is to remain attached to the axle and is to come out with
> it as Bemtley says. Is that correct even for Haynes' procedure? If so, why
> does Haynes say to "...Unscrew the U-bolt nuts..."?
>
> Are there better directions available? All help is truly appreciated.
>
> >>
>
> I cannot say for certain that this is correct, but I always remove the axle
> and springs as a unit. I also remove the wheels before removing the unit on
> the jack because the car does not have to be elevated as much. My jackstands
> are not too tall. I find it is easier to disassemble and reassemble the
> components outside of the car, and to then tighten everything down once it is
> back under the car and every thing is ligned up again.
>
> YMMV
>
> Bob Shaw
> Lincoln, NE
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