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Originally Posted by Timon
Great advice. A few questions about it. Probably the biggest thing standing is the way from what I've read will be removing the axles. Do both have to be removed and can they be removed with manual tools or does it require power tools?
Can anyone specify what all will need to be removed in order?
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The axles are easy to remove all you need is an open/boxed end wrench and a socket , i took mine apart from the hubs at the tranny and then removed the center nut from the cv joint and they tapped right out. I used an impact on the nut so it came off pretty easy but i'm sure it could be done with out one as long as you take it off before removing the other end (the e-brake will hold it in place while you loosen it). I didn't take the suspension arms off but i'm sure that works just as well. As long as you already have the the back- up sensor,speedo cable,water outlet,slave cylinder and shift cables disconnected your ready to start lowering. I used two floor jacks ,one under the tranny and the other one with a block of wood under the oil pan , slowly lower both jacks (btw the three mounts should also have been removed-front,back,and drivers side) the tranny will drop down lower then the motor with enough room to remove it and slide it out of the way. Make sure you use the clutch re-allignment tool when you put your new clutch on and reassembly should be easy.
If the explanation was too long i apologize in advance
