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MacQuigley · 06-14-2016, 05:02 PM

Made a start stripping the 12 bolt rear end I got for my 62. Got the drums off but Im buggered if I can see what holds the half/drive shafts in place.

Can anyone tell me how I get them out?

cv65 · 06-14-2016, 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by MacQuigley

Made a start stripping the 12 bolt rear end I got for my 62. Got the drums off but Im buggered if I can see what holds the half/drive shafts in place.

Can anyone tell me how I get them out?

try this http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=388734

60to66 · 06-14-2016, 05:09 PM

Axles are held in with C clips located on the inner end of the axle (differential side gears). Pop the cover off of the back of the rear end, remove the cross shaft out of the differential case, then push the axle in toward the center of the differential. They will usually fall right out. Once the C clip is out you can just pull the axle out of the housing.

MacQuigley · 06-14-2016, 05:14 PM

Thanks for that.

Im used to C clips on the outside. I'll take the cover off tomorrow and do that. I want to take the diff out anyway so thats not a problem.

cv65 · 06-14-2016, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by cv65

try this http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=388734

you better get a manual, when you start opening up things its better to know whats inside before you go off and cause yourself headaches

MacQuigley · 06-14-2016, 05:18 PM

The manual I have is for the 62 but the axle is from a 76. Didnt think about my missmatched parts when I bought the manual - Doh!

**aerotruk63** · 06-14-2016, 06:01 PM

Get some popcorn and patience and watch the slideshow.

https://youtu.be/miCa9cDNKgI

**Captainfab** · 06-15-2016, 12:27 AM

There is also this thread here on the forum.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=484897

MacQuigley · 06-15-2016, 02:41 AM

Good thread John. At the moment, however, my goal is only to get the drive shafrs out as Im concerend I have an issue with one is that when I turn it it doesnt turn the diff and likewise when I turn the diff it only turns one shaft.

After that I do want to take the diff out to make the casing a bit liglter so I can clean and paint it. However, when it comes to working on the diff that thread will be invaluable.

**PGSigns** · 06-15-2016, 06:59 AM

There is no issue with what you are seeing. That is how and open carrier works.
Jimmy

MacQuigley · 06-15-2016, 07:14 AM

"open carrier" Im not familiar with that term?

**Backpayne** · 06-15-2016, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by MacQuigley

"open carrier" Im not familiar with that term?

A carrier without limited slip. The wheel with the least resistance spins while the other does nothing. Also known as the reason I got stuck in my yard.

**Captainfab** · 06-15-2016, 11:34 PM

An open carrier as not a limited slip or posi. What you are describing is normal operation for an open differential.

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Originally Posted by MacQuigley

"open carrier" Im not familiar with that term?

06-14-2016, 05:02 PM	#1
MacQuigley Registered User Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Scotland Posts: 737	12 Bolt Rear End Made a start stripping the 12 bolt rear end I got for my 62. Got the drums off but Im buggered if I can see what holds the half/drive shafts in place. Can anyone tell me how I get them out?

06-14-2016, 05:09 PM	#3
60to66 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Rocky Mtn. House, AB Posts: 4	Re: 12 Bolt Rear End Axles are held in with C clips located on the inner end of the axle (differential side gears). Pop the cover off of the back of the rear end, remove the cross shaft out of the differential case, then push the axle in toward the center of the differential. They will usually fall right out. Once the C clip is out you can just pull the axle out of the housing.

06-14-2016, 05:14 PM	#4
MacQuigley Registered User Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Scotland Posts: 737	Re: 12 Bolt Rear End Thanks for that. Im used to C clips on the outside. I'll take the cover off tomorrow and do that. I want to take the diff out anyway so thats not a problem.

06-14-2016, 05:18 PM	#6
MacQuigley Registered User Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Scotland Posts: 737	Re: 12 Bolt Rear End The manual I have is for the 62 but the axle is from a 76. Didnt think about my missmatched parts when I bought the manual - Doh!

06-14-2016, 06:01 PM	#7
aerotruk63 Check The Champ, Demonstrator Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Montreal,Quebec Posts: 6,627	Re: 12 Bolt Rear End Get some popcorn and patience and watch the slideshow. https://youtu.be/miCa9cDNKgI __________________ 1963 *Chevrolet Truck* Literature LINK: https://picasaweb.google.com/113840717762774560215 YouTube Channel with 20+ Original *Chevrolet Truck* Salesmen, Mechanics & Service Department Training Slideshows. https://www.youtube.com/results?sear...otruk63&page=1

06-15-2016, 12:27 AM	#8
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,250	Re: 12 Bolt Rear End There is also this thread here on the forum. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=484897 __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

06-15-2016, 02:41 AM	#9
MacQuigley Registered User Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Scotland Posts: 737	Re: 12 Bolt Rear End Good thread John. At the moment, however, my goal is only to get the drive shafrs out as Im concerend I have an issue with one is that when I turn it it doesnt turn the diff and likewise when I turn the diff it only turns one shaft. After that I do want to take the diff out to make the casing a bit liglter so I can clean and paint it. However, when it comes to working on the diff that thread will be invaluable.

06-15-2016, 06:59 AM	#10
PGSigns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Hayes Va Posts: 4,569	Re: 12 Bolt Rear End There is no issue with what you are seeing. That is how and open carrier works. Jimmy __________________ 60 to 66 Chevy and GMC window decals http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=661131 Good friends, good food and a hotrod what else do you need? 1966 BBW long fleet Daily driver 1965 BBW short fleet Sold and going to a good home 1965 Suburban 2003 3500 Duramax 2005 Ultra Classic

06-15-2016, 07:14 AM	#11
MacQuigley Registered User Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Scotland Posts: 737	Re: 12 Bolt Rear End "open carrier" Im not familiar with that term?



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