Re: 1989 Accord Outer CV Joint
"Burt" <burtsquareman@none.com> wrote in message
news:ewYEg.14271$o27.5153@newssvr21.news.prodigy.c om... > "Eric" <say.no@spam.now> wrote > > <snip> >> The second technique involves judicious use of an oxy-acetylene cutting >> torch. The outer race is fairly straight forward to cut off although it >> is >> a bit messy as the grease will catch on fire as it's dripping out of the >> joint. The inner race is more difficult since it's right next to the >> splined shaft. If the person wielding the cutting torch is highly >> skilled, >> then they can usually cut off the inner race without causing appreciable >> damage to the splines of the shaft directly underneath inner race. >> Sometimes, even with the greatest of care, it's still necessary to smooth >> out the splines with a flat file. > <snip> > > Personally, I would go for the Abrasive Cut-Off Saw. This gives better > control and minimize overheating, not to mention cost and safety. > > Perhaps a cut-off saw with the application of a cold chisel when the cut gets near the axle? Mike |
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