I would recommend using a Dremel tool with a cutting disk. A lot easier to
handle in a tight spot as well. In any event have a fire extinguisher
handy and watch where the hot sparks are going.
Lonn Howard wrote:
> Don't bother trying to remove it the conventional way, just cut it off
> with a Sawzall. I removed all the bolts from my rear flange that way
> because they were all beat up from a diff mount bolt backing out and
> whacking them. You are going to replace all the bolts anyway, right?
> Don't try taking out the rear-end with the prop shaft attached. You
> will just make an unpleasant job that much more difficult.
>
> Lonn Howard
> '70 TR6 -mine
> '71 TR6 -in my garage
> '70 MGB GT -ours
> '89 Saab Turbo Convertible -hers
>
> "We are but temporary custodians with an obligation of preservation."
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: <McGaheyRx@aol.com>
> To: <triumphs@autox.team.net>
> Sent: Saturday, February 06, 1999 5:09 PM
> Subject: TR6 diff removal, a rounded off nut
>
> >
> >First: suggestions wanted for removing a rounded off nut where space
> >and clearance around the nut are VERY limited. Its at the flange
> joining
> >diff to prop shaft on my TR6 - on the diff side of the flange.
> >
> >And, thinking this might be easier to deal with off the car -
> >has anybody ever removed the diff from a TR6 with prop shaft still
> >attached ? is this possible or will it (the prop shaft) get hung when
> >you lower the diff and start to withdraw the prop shaft from the car ?
> >
> >Jack Mc
> >King of Prussia, Pa
> >
> >Brian S.: I'm almost ready to borrow those hubs you offered ;-)
> >
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