Date:         Wed, 22 Apr 2015 11:24:13 -0700
Reply-To:     Neil N <musomuso@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Neil N <musomuso@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Rear Axle Housing Bolts: Use shallow O2 Socket?
Comments: To: Stuart MacMillan <stuartmacm@gmail.com>
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> He who dies with the most tools . . .

ha. Yes, my plan is to be buried with them.... in my Vanagon!   ;)

My last attempt at O2 removal was futile. But then it was a rusty rusty affair.
Image: http://tinyurl.com/n9cq9vw

Lest I jinx myself before removal of final fasteners at arm to body,
would like to say a big "thanks" to list for help on this (one arm is done).

Given all the comments I've read online re: rusted fasteners and what not,
would never have tackled this job w/o some help and encouragement.
I'll post tips and things I learned on my picasaweb album.
From the POV of a pseudo advanced shade tree, this job is
certainly doable. i.e. arm thickness is quite forgiving for MIG,
a propane torch sufficed to heat up old bushings for removal.
And thank goodness for guys like Loogy (Chris) at T3
and the GoWesty perch.

Neil.




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