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| Author: | Greg Ondayko [ Mon Oct 16, 2023 5:01 am ] |
| Post subject: | 7 1/4" Axle Removal |
I am working on my '62 Valiant. I am correct in thinking that I do not need to pop the diff cover to get the axle out correct? It seems that on this one I need an axle puller as it is stuck in there for some reason. I am pretty sure there are no "C" clips on a 7 1/4 but I have been wrong before. My Makeshift dent puller turned axle puller / trans pump puller was not up to the task so I bought one, and when it arrives I will try that. Greg |
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| Author: | Charrlie_S [ Mon Oct 16, 2023 5:21 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 7 1/4" Axle Removal |
Just unbolt the 4 retainer nuts, and pop the axle out. Sometimes pretty well stuck, but no retainer clips, or anything like that. PS: Most axle pullers will not accommodate the 4 inch bolt pattern. PPS: Just for your info https://www.doctordiff.com/axle-pkg-7-1 ... -pair.html or you can drill your axles, and drums. |
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| Author: | volaredon [ Mon Oct 16, 2023 6:16 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 7 1/4" Axle Removal |
I've heard they exist like that but I've only ever worked on the newer 7-1/4s that do have c clips. I forgot what year they changed. I believe the older style 7-1/4 had axles /outer bearings that were designed like axles on an 8-3/4. meaning that axles R&R would be like working on an 8-3/4. Too bad the rest of the 7-1/4 isn't as good as an 8-3/4, haha |
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| Author: | Greg Ondayko [ Mon Oct 16, 2023 7:05 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 7 1/4" Axle Removal |
Thanks, guys That's what I thought. I can make a puller to fit the 4" pattern if needed. This one is sure stuck. The retainer plate is unbolted etc. but the axle is stuck in there good. I will try the other side and see if it is stuck good too! Greg |
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| Author: | Greg Ondayko [ Fri Oct 20, 2023 6:16 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 7 1/4" Axle Removal |
The Proper axle remover tool arrived last nite. As you said Charrlie, it was too small for the 4" Bolt circle, but I enlarged it to work with the 4" Bolt circle. The bearing was just somewhat rusted to the housing case. It came out easily with the correct tool! Greg |
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| Author: | Charrlie_S [ Fri Oct 20, 2023 6:52 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 7 1/4" Axle Removal |
Yep, pretty much normal. Greg, do me a favor. If you can see down inside the axel tube, see if it looks like there is a "hex" hole down by the carrier bearing, like on the 8 3/4 bearing adjusters. Some 7 1/4's had the hex adjusters, and some used shims. Thanks. |
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| Author: | Greg Ondayko [ Sat Oct 21, 2023 2:50 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 7 1/4" Axle Removal |
Quote: Yep, pretty much normal.
Yep, I will look for that when I get back to the garage.Greg, do me a favor. If you can see down inside the axel tube, see if it looks like there is a "hex" hole down by the carrier bearing, like on the 8 3/4 bearing adjusters. Some 7 1/4's had the hex adjusters, and some used shims. Thanks. Greg |
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| Author: | Charrlie_S [ Sat Oct 21, 2023 3:56 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 7 1/4" Axle Removal |
Thanks, just curiosity. I have been informed that adjusters weren't used until around 1972 or so. But I have seen them in earlier cars. But that doesn't mean the rears haven't been changed out. I never bothered to check date codes. |
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| Author: | Greg Ondayko [ Wed Oct 25, 2023 5:24 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 7 1/4" Axle Removal |
This one appears to have no hexes.. just shims. I think the ones you encountered in pre '72 cars were probably swapped. Greg |
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| Author: | Charrlie_S [ Thu Oct 26, 2023 3:56 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 7 1/4" Axle Removal |
Thanks for looking. |
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