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Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: G-Vegas, SC
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Rear axle removal
Hey guys, need a little help here. I have my 69' C10 on the jack stands and I'm about to remove the entire rear end off the frame. I've been told to use the spring compressor, I've been told that I don't need one.
I know some of you guys are great in giving step by step process for different tasks. So here I am asking for help for removing my axle. I know it's simple enough and straight forward, but I don't want to overlook anything and get a spring drilled into my noggin. Thanks, Brian |
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Grandpa in the rustmobile...
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN
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Re: Rear axle removal
The rear axle as in the chunk and all?
Soak EVERY NUT IN PB BLASTER Go back inside to get a snack or something loosen U bolt nuts (will need HUGE braker bar/pipe) Take panhard bar off Take brakeline loose from the front of the T fitting on the pass. side of axle Take parking brake calbes loose Loosen coil spring perch on the bottoms (I left the tops alone when I did mine, just let em hang Thats it I think, Good luck
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Re: Rear axle removal
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Thanks again, and I'm sure I'll be picking your brain again if you don't mind. Cheers, Brian |
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Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Oroville, Ca
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Re: Rear axle removal
Yep, if the axle is hanging (frame on jackstands), then there is no tension on the springs. Just put a jack under the pumpkin and take everything loose then lower the jack and the rear will come down. penetrating oil....and lot's of it is your friend here, the longer it soaks the better. Also when you put it back together use new U-bolts and nuts. Good luck, and eat your wheaties, you'll need the strength!
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Grandpa in the rustmobile...
Join Date: Nov 2008
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Re: Rear axle removal
Yeah order some U bolts
And if you think you may wanna lower it in the future get a drop block/ u bolt kit or something ![]()
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John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4 |
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Restoring it $200 at a time...
Join Date: Aug 2008
Location: NE Kansas
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Re: Rear axle removal
Come back on Sunday and we'll tell you how to remove the u-bolts that are rusted into the trailing arms.
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Re: Rear axle removal
Thanks for the tips guys! It dropped right out, and after fighting with it for a while with a 1" impact and a 5' breaker bar, I decided to work smarter. I decided just cut off the U-bolts.
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