Question for the list, today i was refurbishing a rear differential for a
73 TR6.the plan was to totally disassemble, clean, replace seals, inspect
bearings, prep/paint etc.
To replace the drive flange shaft seals, you remove large shaft nut that
secures the drive flange, the four bolts which secure the shaft and seal to the
differential, slide out the shaft with flange, bearing seal etc. as one unit.
The book says to remove the keyway and flange from the shaft ( no mention
of pressing it off ) to access and replace the seal and bearing if needed. Well
i forgot to bring my magic wand to the shop today, and even with 20 tons on it
in the press, that flange refuses to pop.
On the first attempt i broke one flange i am seagulling another off a spare
diff., second attempt and a better bite (not on the flange bolt lip ) i got it
to pop but not without the aid of heat.
I ran out of time, so i figured i'd post this question before i attempt to
separate the spare flange.has anyone been down this road?
On a brighter note i fabricated a differential case spreader this weekend to
remove the ring and pinion carrier assy, it came out sweet and made the job a
breeze, i'll post a pic if anyone is interested.
Thanks for any responses in advance.
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Dan Clancy
1970 TR6
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