View Full Version : I'm Back. Propshaft help.
amcordo
03-28-2013, 03:51 PM
I'm trying to remove the rear propshaft where it connects to the transfer case, but I cant seem to get my socket to fit over the four bolts - the U-joint is in the way. This is the first time I've ever removed this. Get a different socket, or is there another tool? Also, if you recall the socket size so I can stop by the store without getting dirty right this second it would be appreciated.
Thanks!
I Leak Oil
03-28-2013, 04:20 PM
I think it's a 9/16". I use a 12 point thin wall socket with an extension. You have to rotate the shaft to find the best position. I believe there is also a "special" tool for this.
SafeAirOne
03-28-2013, 04:34 PM
I think it's a 9/16". I use a 12 point thin wall socket with an extension. You have to rotate the shaft to find the best position. I believe there is also a "special" tool for this.
Same here. I use a long extension and go down through the hell hole so the driveshaft is pointing down and away from where I'm un-nutting the thing. I can usually get 3 of them before I have to roll the rover back/forward a bit to hit that last one.
willincalgary
03-28-2013, 04:55 PM
I'm sure our hosts have one as well. Works like a charm.
http://www.roverparts.com/Parts/DA1119.cfm
amcordo
03-28-2013, 07:29 PM
Thanks, everyone.
Les Parker
03-29-2013, 09:22 AM
Why, yes we do !!
http://landroverparts.roversnorth.com/Products.aspx?model=rnt141
A superb addition to the Rover toolbox.
cedryck
04-02-2013, 09:48 AM
Sometimes, if you remove the rear first that gives you a little wiggle room to manipulate the driveshaft, rotate, and move so that your sockets can attach,
amcordo
04-18-2013, 07:59 AM
Just to follow up - the propshaft removal tool is amazing.
Les Parker
04-18-2013, 12:01 PM
Tony,
Thanks for the endorsement. I, too, was impressed with it and wondered why I struggled for so long without one !
:)
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