1440 Broken Trans Bolt/Axle Removal ?
 

Getting back to a project I started a long time ago. I need to remove two broken bolts from the top of the trans case then install a ExtreemMotorWorks/SamMac reinforcing brace. Sam suggested welding a nut on the stub that is sticking out. Good idea but I can not get the mig tip in to reach the bolt tip in the rear. Not a problem I thought I would remove the axle brakes and carrier etc. Then I can reach the broken end with an extractor. Problem is I can't figure out how to get the daw gone thing apart. I got the rear axle carrier loose but can not figure out how to release the axle. The parts diagram shows a retainer ring but I can't seem to get to it.

Any help much appreciated!

Hey Buddy

Just sent you a PM call me.

Mac

Clued In
 

Here is the answer in case anyone else is interested. It's always the simple things that get you.:bash: Sam Mac clued me in to just rotate the main gear so that the opening for the end of the axles comes into view. Did that and it took 15 seconds to remove the axle. :biggrin2: The left axle is still on for the picture and will remove it now. See picture.

I will replace the seals and drill an oil return hole as Sam has recommended in another thread. Thanks Sam!:beerchug:

Rick

I'll e-mail you some decent pics of what to do.