On Wed, 20 Nov 1996, David Bayer wrote: > > So, looking through the manual, I cannot tell if I have to remove the > whole wheel bearing assembly, or can I drop the inner CV joint and then > remove the large axle bolt, and just pull the whole axle shaft out. My > > So, do I have the above correct in thinking I can pull the joint > out of the hub without removing the wheel bearing assembly? Can I in fact, > dave Dave, I just did this job. YOur mechanic is afraid of the Vanagon, find a new one. If your axle is not glued into the hub, you can remove it in less than 30 minute. Mine was removed before, so I didn't have this problem. The manual said to glue (thread lock) the splines in place. I would think that this would be the hardest part. Remove the center nut and push in on the axle, with a hammer over a piece of wood, to see if it is loose. YOu don't have to remove the bearing assembly, just the brake caliper and the upper ball joint. The rest is simple. Other problem I had- Be very careful with all clamps, with out them being tight you will slowly lose the grease. Eric Zeno
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