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CJHenderson

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Removing axle using a slide hammer
« on: March 31, 2021, 14:34:18 »
Can both left and right axles be pulled using a slide hammer or do I need to remove the housing that has the rubber boot on it?
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Re: Removing axle using a slide hammer
« Reply #1 on: March 31, 2021, 18:54:59 »
You do not need to remove the rubber boot.
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CJHenderson

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Re: Removing axle using a slide hammer
« Reply #2 on: March 31, 2021, 23:27:46 »
Thanks good to hear since I might have to change out the backing plate gasket
1970 280SL/8 W113 101624 miles.
1950 MG-TD
2021 Harley Davidson CVO Trike