How to successfully remove a stuck inner CV joint.

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!!! Please read the full description for important safety and disclaimer information !!!
When replacing the CV axles on my 2000 Volvo V70 wagon I ran into a big problem trying to remove one axle. The splines on the inner CV joint, on the drivers side (left), were heavily rusted making it extremely difficult to remove. This video shows how I was able to successfully remove the stuck inner CV joint without damaging my transmission/differential.
Be advised that the threading on the Maddox puller set from Harbor Freight is NOT 5/8" 18TPI (Threads Per Inch). The thread pitch is probably something like 20 TPI and it is not compatible with a lot of puller attachments.
Here is a link to a puller set that I bought after the video was made that will work with the more commone 5/8" 18 TPI attachments. It also includes the attachment needed for connecting clamping pliers.
amzn.to/34lZQeL
I have also purchased this crow's foot attachments for the puller. It might help with pulling the Volvo axle but I haven't tested it yet.
amzn.to/35qUcYc
*** Be careful not to kink, tweak or stress your brake hoses when removing your axles!!! I replaced all my brake hoses with braided steel hoses at the same time I replaced my axles so I wasn't concerned with protecting them during this video.
*** My apologies for the length of the video. I was new to making videos and admittedly this one is way too long.
Time stamps to make it easier to navigate to the different parts of this video:
00:00 Intro
00:50 Showing The Problem
01:46 Yammering and Rambling
02:25 Vice Grip Slide Hammer Attachment
02:45 Harbor Freight Slide Hammer Set
03:22 Attachment Details And Setup
05:00 Vice Grip Installed On Slide Hammer
05:27 First Try - Fail
06:42 Second Try - Fail
06:56 Third Try - Fail
07:17 Fourth Try - Fail
08:06 Fifth Try - Fail
10:11 Weld A Blob For Gripping
11:27 Sixth Try - Success!!!
11:45 Showing The Rusty Splines
12:32 More Rust Talk
13:28 Just Needed A Tiny Lip For Grip
14:25 Taking Puller Setup Apart
14:42 Final Recap Of What Worked
Disclaimer: I am a do-it-yourself advocate and only offer this video for information purposes only! Any repairs you decide to attempt are done so AT YOUR OWN RISK! You should carefully consider your abilities before you attempt to work on, repair, or modify any vehicle as improper repairs can be dangerous.
Working with tools and on vehicles can be hazardous. Always read the warnings that come with tools and wear eye protection and proper protective gear. Remove rings and other jewelry that could get caught on something and cause serious injury. Always use proper capacity jack stands or ramps to support your vehicle. NEVER work under a vehicle that is only supported by a jack!!!

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@shannonclark1151 5 жыл бұрын

You saved my husband such a head ache. He had been working on his all day long and was about to give up until I seen your video! I went to auto zone and rented the pull hammer and home Depot for the vice grips. It worked on the first pull! Thank you so much!

@shannonclark1151 5 жыл бұрын

We do! If he can't figure something out, I usually can! Thanks again!

@andyfumo8931 5 жыл бұрын

@@shannonclark1151 damn where are all the girls where you come from? No gf would or could help me on my cars

@drrichardpaul 11 ай бұрын

So, there’s a better manner. It saves time. It’s a little more expensive, but it’s less hassle. They make a product called “cv axle puller”. It looks like a giant claw foot. You stack it between the flute and the differential. As you’re beating it out with that hammer, you’re also prying with the tool. If the claw foot doesn’t go around the flute toward the differential, it acts like a wedge and you can beat it in. After it’s in, just pry and beat until it comes out. If it doesn’t, then the cv axle got pinned over and that is a longer and much more costly project.

@fiveable 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for your comment. I actually have a couple of different sized CV axle puller attachments now. They do look like a thin claw foot spanner. Not sure if they would have helped with this particular setup though. There was almost no gap between the cup and the housing of the differential.

@marcbourget7763 4 жыл бұрын

You sir are my hero. I have been fighting with this for 3 days now, thank you for this video!!!

@coloradocabinguy 7 жыл бұрын

Did this today and the cup came out with three wacks! Thanks bro!

@charlesatwell9976 5 жыл бұрын

The world needs more thoughtful people like you. You have helped a lot of people with your repair video. GBY !

@brucewilliams6292 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Able, I purchased the set up that you have and had the same trouble with the vise grips slipping. I used my plasma cutter to cut a hole in the side (warning, lots of flames!) which allowed the vise-grips to hold and 5 or 6 whacks and it was out! Thank you so much for sharing!!!

@kenchanski3849 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. This video and tool was a blessing. My 2008 escape passenger cv was so frozen on. As a last resort after watching this I did exactly as you prescribed. I had to weld a machine bolt inside the cap... but once the channel locks could lock on.. it was off in about twenty bangs... still was a bugger but without your video... id still be without my 240K escape ... thanks again

@brianlayman299 4 жыл бұрын

Honestly thank you! I forgot all about the slide hammer! Jogged my memory!!! I was going at it for hours!

@Daninater 3 жыл бұрын

I'm sore, I've pounded and pried for the better part of the afternoon yesterday laying on my back in my driveway and I'm about to give this a try. Thanks for stopping and taking the time to share this, I swear these Volvos are great cars to work on but dealing with corrosion is 95% of the job.

@fiveable 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for commenting. Best of luck to you with it. If it’s not too much trouble, please leave a comment and share what worked for you. If you are still stuck you might want to look through the comments on this video. A lot of people have left some good tips and tricks!

@shaunaquin4242 6 жыл бұрын

I saw another similar video and the guy solved the problem of the vice grips coming off by taping the clamp with duct tape so it couldn't open and yank off. Thanks for the video!

@chrisg.6927 6 жыл бұрын

After watching this I welded my vise grip adjuster screw to my small dent puller slide hammer shaft and the stuck shaft came out after about 6 min.. weld a spot on the stuck shaft so the vise grips(Menard's 5.99) don't slide off. Thanks, very good diy.

@moekhn 6 жыл бұрын

You my friend saved me from 3 days of hell . This method worked for me as well . Just make sure you bite down hard with the vice grips . A well diserved thumbs up

@dennislato6351 3 жыл бұрын

Best words! " Walk away, and think about a different approach ", Great job!

@fiveable 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Dennis!

@TekkenBones 3 жыл бұрын

Get a LONG chain, wrap it around the rear of the axle and extend the chain (both ends) outside of the wheel well... then wrap ends of the chain ends around a big bar of block of wood, then hit the block/bar with a hammer. Learnt that from another YT video the other day.

@fiveable 3 жыл бұрын

Yep, lots of tricks out there to do this job. Always helps to share the different ways. If one way doesn’t work, try another. Thanks for commenting!

@nerdydaddyo 5 жыл бұрын

This video was the BEST and MOST helpful. I want to add that the part number for the vise grips you are using is IRHT82573 or 10CR. Very specific set to have the 3x grip. Also, to extend the slide hammer, I used 3ft of threaded rod 7/16 from Lowe's for 5 bucks. Threads right into the vise.

@MrDICKHEAD28 5 жыл бұрын

I HAVE A BETTER IDEA BORROW A SLIDE HAMMER AND CV JOINT PULLER ADAPTER FROM AUTOZONE OREILYS PEPBOYS

@DonnieDarko1 5 жыл бұрын

❤👍👍👍👍

@bgik12 7 жыл бұрын

I needed this right now. I have been working on my 2005 mazda3 hatchback for 5 days with no luck getting the inner cv axle to budge. Tried every method mentioned in the comments and video, no luck, I am trying this tonight just got myself the slide hammer and vice grips at harbor freight, again thanks for the upload and good video.

@bgik12 7 жыл бұрын

It worked! We had to try just a couple more times than you did after welding, but it popped right out. I have never had so much trouble with one part. This is a sure fire way to get that inner cv axle out, thanks.

@debtminer4976 7 жыл бұрын

You saved my tail. Thought I was going to have to make this tool. Went to HF, I already had the straight jaw Irwin grips, which bit right in.. thing popped out in 30 seconds. Best of all, I can still use my vise grips. Thanks for this.

@debtminer4976 7 жыл бұрын

Five Able Yea.. saved a lot of time too, not having to run around and all. Spent 4 hrs the night before, prying, trying to noose some old 3/32 cable (broke it) to a sledge, grinding deeper grooves in the cup for prying etc.. and nothing. This normalized my blood pressure.. You deserve this beer..🍻

@condor5635 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent work. Love how you improvised! I had to do something very similar. I ended up cutting 2 through slots (used Dremel cutting disc wheel) in that housing 180 degrees apart where you welded. I then used the slide hammer tool attachment that has the two expanding jaws with teeth to grip into the two slots. Then when using the slide hammer it pulls straight out right in the center axis of the housing. Came out similar to yours! Isn't great that we come up with these ingenious ideas? It took me an extra hour to do it but well worth it. Great job on the Volvo! Thanks for posting!

@fiveable 4 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome! So glad you were able to get yours out too. I love the Dremel cutting disc wheel idea! Those things will cut through anything! I always keep cutoff wheels stocked for my Dremel. Wish that had occurred to me when I was trying to pull my axle. Thanks for your comment and kind words! Stay safe!

@ThraceKelsick 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks alot man, was skeptical but then it worked after two hits!

@brucewilliams6292 6 жыл бұрын

I sincerely appreciate the video and the help!

@ifixeditmyself1926 Жыл бұрын

That was great. It had a lot of rust. It really helps to see the importance of grease on the ends of the axle. Thanks!

@fiveable Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your kind comment! Hope you have a great day! 👍🏻✌🏻

@andrecampbell691 2 жыл бұрын

This is what DYI car repair is really like! Thanks

@fiveable 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Andre! Thanks for watching and commenting!

@markyager3701 Жыл бұрын

The best way to get a stuck cv axel joint out it is to use the old vc Axel joint and use a pair of vice grips and use the end where there's the joint the contact to inside the cv axel put them to together and then use the vice grips to clip it on the outer side of the cv boot and slide the cv axel back toward u really fast it might take a few but it will come right out

@zachs4692 4 жыл бұрын

I had same fight tonight no axle smacker available , I used vice grips hooked a chain to screw on vice grips hooked to cup then gave myself about three feet of chain wrapped around sledge hammer swung out once and bravo.

@elliotthorum3671 3 жыл бұрын

THIS! This, right here...-THIS- saved me this afternoon. Vice grips, a length of braided cable and my splitting maul swinging like a golf club a bunch of times, but it sure worked in the end once I finally got a good enough bite with the vice grips.

@shaggins3547 6 жыл бұрын

Good job, About to do mine just preparing myself if it is stuck. it might have cost you a little for more tools but you have them for the next job also.

@toddcott9510 5 жыл бұрын

I made one of these tools up years ago, for no particular job, but its so useful for getting a good straight pull, a little grinding paste is good to improve grip between the jaws. Thanks for sharing. Put copper grease on the new part.

@fiveable 4 жыл бұрын

Just found this comment. Sorry for not replying 11 months ago! Thanks for the tip about Grinding Paste I'll definitely add that to my list of tricks! When you mention Copper Grease are you talking about a copper based anti-seize? I have a jar of the alumnimum based anti-seize. When I did this axle just cleaned as much of the rust out as I could and used brown grease liberally. Wasn't sure if the anti-seize I had would be too much.

@thecadencroy 5 жыл бұрын

You are the man!!!!!! Freakin worked perfect!!!!! Man been workin on this thing for 6 hours and bam came right out , I really appreciate it

@DonnieDarko1 5 жыл бұрын

Nice!

@ratale21 7 ай бұрын

You are my hero, I was anxious for you. I had to take mine to a shop i gave up. Good job

@fiveable 7 ай бұрын

Thank you! I’ll admit I was worried I might have to take mine to the shop too.

@wernerdenecker9354 Жыл бұрын

my man. great work. i had all the right tools waiting for me. never thought of combining vice grip with sliding hammer. great work my man and thanks for the help

@fiveable Жыл бұрын

That’s great! Glad you had all the tools available and you found my video helpful! Thank you for the kind comment and sharing your success! ✌🏻

@travishorner9143 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I spent all day trying to get the inner unstuck. Found the same hammer kit. Was off in an hour. Next got to get the spindle out of the wheel bearing.

@fiveable 4 жыл бұрын

Travis, Thanks for your comment! Wow you are getting hit with trouble on both ends! Are you up north where the roads are salted? I’m down south where it never snows. Luckily I didn’t have any trouble separating the axle from the wheel bearing/hub.

@travishorner9143 4 жыл бұрын

@@fiveable I'm in Iowa, yup the cv axle snapped in half. This is the first one I've ever had do that. Try tomorrow to get the spindle out. Thanks again.

@Photostudioww 6 жыл бұрын

No gear oil was put in at the factory. I've never seen rust like that. Good job 👍

@broomad 2 жыл бұрын

Went straight to my garage and found my slide hammer has the attachment plus I have some Irwin vice grips that it fits. Ready to tackle the inner joint tomorrow. Many thanks

@fiveable 2 жыл бұрын

Best of luck with it! Thanks for commenting!

@broomad 2 жыл бұрын

@@fiveable Worked on 3rd attempt !!!

@fiveable 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@sooke54 7 жыл бұрын

Putting a hose clamp around the vice grip handles will stop it from slipping. I'm amazed that there is not a better tool on the market for pulling axles. I've had my share of stuck ones, and I've searched youtube for solutions. The one that struck me as the most cheap and effective is to slip a strong cable around the transmission end of the axle, tighten the loop with a cable clamp, then loop the other end around a ten pound sledge, and start swinging away from the car.

@drrichardpaul 11 ай бұрын

There is a better tool for pulling axles. It’s called an axle puller. It looks like an overgrown claw foot, but it screws into the slide hammer. You put the claw between the differential and the flute and pry out some as you’re hammering it out. The other way to do this is to take off the other side and use a long chisel it to push the side out the other side. I prefer the easy manner, myself.

@kobacljuti6751 3 жыл бұрын

The inner joint got tired and gave up. Great job.

@fiveable 3 жыл бұрын

I’m thankful it gave up before I did. Thank you for your kind comment!

@alancuriel123456 5 жыл бұрын

Not all heroes wear capes. Thank you sir.

@Leesherwood 4 жыл бұрын

I like people who think outside the box..........Subscribed.

@fiveable 4 жыл бұрын

You rock! Thanks for the comment and subscription!!

@martinp1901 5 жыл бұрын

I know it's going to help for me I have the same problem that's why I'm here on KZfaq checking it out

@DonnieDarko1 5 жыл бұрын

😉😋

@Earthstein Ай бұрын

OK he did it. But that was very funny when he appeared with the welding shield and gear. THank you.

@fiveable Ай бұрын

Thanks @Earthstein! Glad it made you laugh! 😊

@JasonSmith-qx3zh 5 жыл бұрын

That ring seal deal on that shaft will put a whipping on yah!

@Followthelemming 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the informational. Stopped me from braking the case. Still going to be a royal pain in the @$$.

@jamiesomma2566 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing, buddy!

@Eurospec73 3 жыл бұрын

That's a great trick that you used with the slide hammer and welding the vise grip to the axle cup. I think there's an easier way to do it though from what Ive seen on other axle cups in the center of that axle cup especially the one you have, you should have a release pin you could easily use a 3/8 6-in extension and Hammer and just hammer out the release pin using the 3/8 6-in extension and Hammer. If you have 2 people one to hammer and one to pull it would probably help out better to pull it off. Or you could also rent a axle cup puller tool and save hours as well.👍

@blueadept4689 3 жыл бұрын

nothing wrong with the tool, hooks would have been better, but guessing there was no clearance, severe rust requiring severe measures, bravo to you sir and thank you for the instruction

@fiveable 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind words. Can’t remember all the factors leading up to the way I did it but it worked out. Look through the comments and you will find some other creative ways to get this job done. I think it’s great that so many like to contribute by sharing their ideas and what worked for them!

@williamrafferty5732 Жыл бұрын

Big respect! Adapt, Improvise and overcome! 💪

@fiveable Жыл бұрын

Thank you William! I really appreciate your comment!

@williamrafferty5732 Жыл бұрын

@@fiveable you are welcome 🙂

@richarde.plante3292 Жыл бұрын

Make sure all grease and oil is out of, around and on any nearby surfaces of cup. Grease could catch fire while welding. Great job!!

@fiveable Жыл бұрын

Very true. That’s why I had a fire extinguisher handy at the time. You can see it in the video. 😊

@BallasTV2 6 жыл бұрын

thank you paid 55 bucks for the slide hammer at harbor freight and worth is weight in gold came of with 4 whacks been trying to get of for three days!!

@robertr9343 5 жыл бұрын

BallasTV2 where did you get the attachment to attach the vise grips

@BallasTV2 5 жыл бұрын

harbor freight its a kit like 60 bucks

@BallasTV2 5 жыл бұрын

its in the kit

@haditwithwork Ай бұрын

Perseverance and imagination win the day!

@robmar1970 3 жыл бұрын

I have that slide hammer set and didn’t even realize that piece was in it. Btw, it did fit my Milwaukee vice grips. Was trying forever to pry it off and with this set-up it took just 4 blows and it was out.

@fiveable 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it worked for you too. Good to know about the adapter compatibility with Milwaukee vice grips. Thank you for commenting and sharing your success!

@RedThunder0000 3 ай бұрын

TRY THIS IF YOUR IN A PINCH! Step 1 Rip the axle out. Step 2 cut the boot off the axle you just removed. Step 3 insert the axle right back into the thing your trying to remove. Step 4 put locking pliers on the thing your trying to remove and lock down the pliers as tight as you can. Step 5 slam the axle back and forth against the locking pliers until it pulls out.

@justinrodgers9477 Жыл бұрын

Great job & thanks for the video 👍🏼

@dasnvps 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thanks for posting

@fiveable 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Dustin!

@brmelectric 4 ай бұрын

Hey GREAT video. Thanks man.

@blakeybw 6 жыл бұрын

Wow ,thanks for sharing!

@spelunkerd 3 жыл бұрын

Strange to see so much rust in a component that is completely encased inside the diff. One would think the oil in the diff would have controlled rust, but maybe a previous owner let it run dry from a leaking seal before resale.

@mengsong7554 4 жыл бұрын

I had the same problem. The vise grip just keep slipping. What I did was grind a spot inside the peace that your struggling with a small grinder. That would give the vise grip a good place to bite down and won’t slip off. With three pulls it came off.

@fiveable 4 жыл бұрын

Grinder is a great idea since most people don’t have a welder!

@Mr71chevyvan 3 жыл бұрын

after experiencing similar difficulties my solution was to drill 3/8 hole in area you had vice grips on (no cv joint disassembly needed) and attached included hook from kit to same puller tool. insert in hole and three vigorous tugs later cv assy came right out. i had to turn in old joint so i hid hole with tape :>)

@fiveable 3 жыл бұрын

Nice! I’m guessing the cup on your cv joint assembly wasn’t made of hardened steel. Thanks for leaving a comment!

@Brandon-yq1tm 2 ай бұрын

Mu trick was to tie a rope around the cv axle or joint, wrap the rope around myself and yank as hard as possible. If you have something sturdy you could wrap it around that instead and yank

@johnjoseph7382 5 жыл бұрын

just a couple tips, 1) just pull the knuckle and get it out of the way, sometimes we try to cheat by not taking other things in our way off 2) you can wrap a towel around the slide hammer and just pull the towel towards you and you will save your hands from getting hurt

@johnjoseph7382 5 жыл бұрын

@@fiveable just to be clear, wrap a medium size towel(about two and a half feet) around the sledge hammer once so you have about 7 inches on both sides dangling for you to grab, then just pull the sides of the towel, without touch the slide hammer with your hands at all, the slide hammers come in handy more for pulling the hub when replacing the hub, bearing, or both if the hub is bent and is warping your rotors....which tends to happen after hitting a curb or speed bump too hard

@brucewilliams6292 Жыл бұрын

Hi Fixable, I just used your advice using the Visegrip to pull my next set of CV axles that were stuck. This time, I gripped the Vise-grip while my wife operated the slide hammer. This allowed the Vise Grip to hold during the pulling process and it worked really well. If you don't have someone to help you, put a zip-tie around the handle to hold it in place while you operate the slide hammer. Thank you again for the video!

@fiveable Жыл бұрын

Hi Bruce, I’m glad you found my video helpful and the Visegrip method worked for you! Sounds like you and your wife make a good team. That’s a good tip about holding the handle while pulling. I’m sure it will help others reading through the comments. Thank you for commenting and sharing your success!

@tjordan7067 6 ай бұрын

Boy that thing gave u trouble but guess what u got it thanks my brother im having the same problem right now...

@fiveable 6 ай бұрын

Thanks @tjordan7067! Keep at it! Take a break when you feel like you are about to go ape and mess something else up. I’m sure you will get it! If it isn’t budging at all, you might try rotating the cup and pushing it back into the gearbox. This might help free the lock ring up so it can compress on the way out.

@williamtoth6414 4 жыл бұрын

once in a while you get shown the light in the strangest of places if you look at it right ---___---

@johnmcloughlin423 3 жыл бұрын

After hours of struggle, this worked for me. Advance Auto Parts has a rental kit with a slide puller and an adapter that replaces the set screw in the Vice-Grip Irwin vice grips. The other end threads onto the slide puller thread. Minutes later, the inner joint is out. Thank you for this video. The problem was the retainer ring was expanded. There are videos on how to fix that (after you get the old CV joint out) or you can run out and buy a new one.

@fiveable 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you got past the problem. The struggle is real. Thank you for taking the time to comment and share your success!

@staywise812 4 жыл бұрын

-3ft. of 7/16"x14 threaded rod=$3 -pack of 7/16"x14 hex nuts=$1 -pack of 1/2"idx2"od washers=$1 -heaviest 1/2" drive impact socket you own..I used a 37mm. BOOM BANG POW!!!..done deal.

@fiveable 4 жыл бұрын

Nice! Thanks for sharing the info!

@singhsarabjit 3 жыл бұрын

Can you please explain what are you talking about? I may be able to use it?

@fiveable 3 жыл бұрын

It’s a list of parts to make a home made version of the slide hammer. I haven’t verified it but I’m guessing the 7/16x14 rod will thread directly into a vice grip tool.

@alborgdenmark26 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I've got one of these attachement from OTC for my slide hammer/vice grips but as usual from up the top or sliding from underneath, getting at the thing to make my swing is a pain in the arse. Subaru Impreza pain not enough space.

@jamesashlock5235 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, Thank you

@fiveable 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you James! Glad you found it helpful.

@karelzomer7763 3 жыл бұрын

great idea. thanks for sharing

@fiveable 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Karel!

@ginch158 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Did you create a lip for your grips with just tacks if weld or did you tack weld a piece of metal to create the lip. Never saw the inside of the housing in your video

@danmartinez9497 2 жыл бұрын

I used same method on stuck CV axle. With the vise grips but used the axle as the slide hammer..slide axle in the housing clamp the vise grip and pull..

@fiveable 2 жыл бұрын

Nice trick! Thanks for commenting!

@aeasus 5 жыл бұрын

slick trick worked great .. thx :)

@philipunger6507 3 жыл бұрын

Always on the driver's side. Lol Same issue. Good to know about the adapter

@fiveable 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for commenting!

@akayardbyrd2457 5 жыл бұрын

God bless you.... i got a 2006 Ford Fusion SEL and I can not get the Axle cup out as well.... I will try this again this weekend

@DonnieDarko1 5 жыл бұрын

Hey, did ya get it out yet using this?

@YardzMowing Жыл бұрын

Nice Trick mate 💪💯👍

@fiveable Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@richardsawyer7031 5 жыл бұрын

For those that find this helpful I used the straight clamps and kept slipping( even tried suggestion for hose clamp around vise grips as well) I finally ended up using vise grip locking chain clamps and went behind the cup from underside and latched them on top (didn't have to be tight just snug no play) and boom two hits it came off

@richardsawyer7031 5 жыл бұрын

@@fiveable no thank you for the video you definitely got me farther than I was gave me a brain boost

@tracyturner6510 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks a ton brother.

@rickeyb.9072 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir.

@williamcash1890 4 жыл бұрын

Drill hole in thin part of bucket use A chain put bolt through link and through hole drilled attach steel handle and give it sharp tugs I have removed 3 so far with this system

@fiveable 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks William. I considered that but the buckets of my original Volvo axles are hardened steel. Are the ones you drill through hardened as well? If so, how do you drill through them. Special bits? I would imagine more people have access to a drill than a welder.

@stonesthrow420 5 жыл бұрын

I just drilled a good size hole in the cup and used a hook and chain

@howardroberts8722 4 жыл бұрын

Yep man you save me big big respect to jah know star thumbs up

@fiveable 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I’m glad the video helped you!

@babarrashid3634 5 жыл бұрын

nice work.

@kiixgviikk4270 5 жыл бұрын

It helped me thanks

@mrhappywaffle Жыл бұрын

It did help!

@adrew1963 5 жыл бұрын

good job bud

@MusicMinisterJP7 2 жыл бұрын

It did cross my mind (by the way), when you mentioned, weld a lip. I thought perhaps, drilling a self tapping screw, then clamp vice grips, that will end the waste of time, of reclamping bcuz of slips.. for for thought.

@fiveable 2 жыл бұрын

Yes someone else has mentioned they drilled and used a bolt but the cups on mine were hardened. Seemed like it would be difficult and time consuming to drill. Since I had a cheap wire welder handy it was easier to zap it.

@gerardjones7881 Жыл бұрын

steel hose clamp on the vice grip handle stops it popping open when the hammer hits.

@njseashorechas2698 2 жыл бұрын

Or grind a knotch in the cup with a dremel cut off wheel if you don't have a welder.

@fiveable 2 жыл бұрын

Good point! Probably a lot safer too.

@kennybien-aime8072 7 ай бұрын

Fantastic

@geraldspeis3622 7 жыл бұрын

this guy is sharp a micgiver great good .. my spelling sucks ..

@goclunker 3 жыл бұрын

Dealing with this exact issue on my POS dodge.

@fiveable 3 жыл бұрын

Best of luck to you. It’s definitely a PITA to deal with.

@AndrewDiaz1404 6 жыл бұрын

That's crazy the CV cup is in there dry.

@garrett3113 3 жыл бұрын

I have tried that and nothing. But i will have to rent until i can own one myself lol hopefully one of these days i will get it. Haha going on 2 weeks fighting with this damn cv axle on my 2013 nissan rogue. The struggle and pain is real 🤣

@fiveable 3 жыл бұрын

I hope you get it. Someone needs to re-engineer cv axles. This problem is way too common! Have you tried pushing it in (tap with a mallet) before pulling? That might cause the lock ring to move just enough to release when pulling.

@garrett3113 3 жыл бұрын

@@fiveable yup tried that also. Also tried using penetrating fluid and wd40. Tried using a slide hammer with the cv axle puller attachment. And still nothing. Mind boggling because all i need to do is get it out and i can het my new one in. Frustrating haha

@fiveable 3 жыл бұрын

Maybe a little heat applied directly to the axle cup? Heat might not be good for the seal but I typically replace the seal when I replace an axle.

@garrett3113 3 жыл бұрын

@@fiveable i tried using a torch also. Maybe i can heat it up more. How long you think?

@fiveable 3 жыл бұрын

I would heat it up slowly and just enough to get the whole cup to feel like it’s holding some heat. Guessing 400-500 degrees max would be plenty. Definitely not red hot! Even an electronic heat gun and some patience might work. Keep working it in/out while it’s cooling down. Maybe it will give. Fingers crossed here for you!

@michaelangelo6378 3 жыл бұрын

When vice grips won't stay closed cause of overlock use a good zip tie around handles.

@fiveable 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Michael, Thanks for commenting and sharing the ziplock trick!

@datcincymax8528 3 жыл бұрын

Here with a Volvo aswell 👋🏽

@fiveable 3 жыл бұрын

I hope you get it without too much trouble. I'd be interested in knowing if you have the same rust problem I had. Not sure why it would be that dry in there. Thanks for commenting!

@nydrell1969 6 жыл бұрын

The trick is,it has to come out very straight or you will be there all weekend hammering lol some vw have the same set up

@4WDIESEL1 4 жыл бұрын

thanks

@GabrielSilva-lq8zh 3 жыл бұрын

Hello, the transmition is whithout oil.

@paulerickson1906 6 жыл бұрын

What kind of engineer designed a seal for the cup you were pulling on? There is supposed to be oil in the housing that cup was mounted in hence the seal behind the cup when it was removed. Maybe a little oil in there would go a long way in solving this problem or even grease or Never Seize.

@mikef8769 5 жыл бұрын

Battle of attrition!

@nandordorcsak2773 6 жыл бұрын

Tankx

@Wizzy23Maronde Жыл бұрын

Want to try it on honda fit GD1..thank you

@fiveable Жыл бұрын

Hope it works for you too! Thanks for commenting!

@danbrownellfuzzy3010 Жыл бұрын

I accidentally grabbed a harbour freight tire changing rod. I would say its almost made tor the job.

@fiveable Жыл бұрын

Hi Dan. That's a really good tip! I have one of those HF tire changing rods now too. Next time I'll give it a try first! BTW, I have never changed a tire with it but have found the tire changing rod to be really useful. I actually use it more than the handled pry bars HF sells because it's thinner and better at getting in tight spots.

@danbrownellfuzzy3010 Жыл бұрын

@@fiveable if you have two of those irons you can change your own tires. Just changed a set two weeks ago for my Metro. Go to KZfaq to find out the method.

@mpdsal 7 жыл бұрын

My God, I've been battling with my son's 2006 Jetta for a month in my spare time. What a PIA. What were the guys at VW thinking? I've done my Passat easily as the CV axles are bolted on. At any rate I am going to try this approach as the many other ones found on KZfaq have not worked. With that said, what was it that you welded? Do I need to do that as well or should the vise grip alone do the trick? I do own several Irwin vice grips so I'm covered there. Thanks for taking the time to share this. Wish me luck.Mark

@mpdsal 7 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I am experiencing the vice grip slipping off the steel as well. The scoring idea may work. I do have a Dremel oscillating tool but it's difficult to get at the cup. Maybe I should bite the bullet and buy a rotary version as they come with smaller grinding wheels, I don't have a welder but I'm wondering if I should have one. Do you have one you can recommend?

@mpdsal 7 жыл бұрын

Does it matter if the transmission is in neutral or park? I noticed your cup was turning a bit as you pulled on it. BTW, I tried scoring it today with a Dremel and while it did improve the grip it still wasn't enough. I'll try again tomorrow with scoring a different section. I see some videos where people have drilled a hole from one side to the other and pulled it out but it's a tough angle from underneath. I appreciate your feedback on my questions. It helps. I have visions of that moment when the damn thing finally comes out! Thanks

@mpdsal 6 жыл бұрын

Hey, thanks for checking in. I threw in the towel and wound up taking it to the dealership. Come to find out instead of pulling the old axle and replacing it as I thought they would they just replaced the boots. Bought me some time I guess. I did try like hell to get it out. I never worked so hard to remove a part from a car. I appreciate your feedback during the process.