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  1. IsleroMan

    IsleroMan Karting

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    #1 IsleroMan, Jun 23, 2009
    Hey all, I'm trying to pull the drive shafts (half-shafts) on my CT. I got all the bolts out, and managed to free the flange bolted to the tranny/diff housing, but I can't seem to get the flange on the hub carrier free. In looking at the parts breakdown, it appears that the half-shaft CV joint just bolts to the hub carrier with a gasket sandwiched in between and should break free. I've tried hitting the flange with a block of wood and deadblow hammer, but it won't budge. Is there a hidden clip or bolt holding this assembly together?
     
  2. 2NA

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    #2 2NA, Jun 23, 2009
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    There are 4 bolts and 2 roll pins (not shown in the parts manual). Sometimes they are a little stubborn.
     
  3. IsleroMan

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    #3 IsleroMan, Jun 23, 2009
    Where are the roll pins, and how do you remove them? I don't see anything like that.
     
  4. 2NA

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    #4 2NA, Jun 24, 2009
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    If you notice in the picture that the CV joint has 6 holes yet only 4 bolts.

    The roll pins act as dowels but fit pretty tightly. I don't know of an easy way to get them out.

    You are probably on the right track with the wood block, just keep working it until you can get a prybar in there. Be careful not to damage the rings that the boots attach to.
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  5. IsleroMan

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    #5 IsleroMan, Jun 24, 2009
    Thanks 2NA. I saw those two extra holes in the picture and wondered what they were for. I will try to get a wedge in between the flanges and start working it loose. I'll start with some hard plastic or brass. I'd hate to score the surface since it's gasketed.
     
  6. garybobileff

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    #6 garybobileff, Jun 24, 2009
    Make sure to rotate the axle 180 degrees after every other hit. That will make the job go much easier. A good chunk of 2x4 wood with a hefty hammer always works great!
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  7. IsleroMan

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    #7 IsleroMan, Jun 24, 2009
    Thanks for the tip Gary.
     

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