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Broke my CV boot while changing, axel seal. Not sure how to get the knuckle off. Broke boot while changing axel seal, been staring at this for a while, no clue how to take it off so I can put in smaller side of boot. Help much needed.
There is a specific kind of snap ring pliers you need to get the snap ring off. After that's done give it a few small taps with the hammer and the knuckle should slide off. That's how I replaced my old worn out boots when I rebuilt my axles.
If you Google snap ring pliers for axles you can find them. Hope it helps out.
I have used ordinary tools for snap rings. The last one I remember was, I think, for the hub bearing unit. Anyway, here is a good video of a guy demonstrating DIY tool options. The spec tool would be better, but if you are stuck or cheap... here ya go:
05-15-2020, 02:46 PM
Replacing CV boot.
