Pinion Nut Removal

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InvertChaos
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Pinion Nut Removal

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So I'm in P4 right now trying to replace my pinion seal. Problem is I don't have an impact gun and can't get the stupid thing off. With a 2ft breaker bar the pinion just rotates a little. Anyone have any tips or tricks on how to get this thing off?
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Re: Pinion Nut Removal

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Large pipe wrench to hold the yoke, wedged against the frame, floor, anything solid. Use as long a cheater bar as necessary, I'd start with a 4-5 footer.
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Wes, Ive had luck doing my front and rear pinion seals loosening the nut with a wrench and hi-lift handle as a breaker bar. Alternatively, you could use a Pipe wrench on the yoke so that it hits the ground as you try to turn the nut off.
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Ive got an impact and the driver you need to do this. Can swing by my place(christiansburg) tomorrow if you want. We can get it done pretty quick. Pm me.
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Collison wrote:Ive got an impact and the driver you need to do this. Can swing by my place(christiansburg) tomorrow if you want. We can get it done pretty quick. Pm me.
I really appreciate it.

Pinion seal is on hold for now. Got in an accident on my way home last night. Some.idiot pulled out in front of me.

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Damn. Just a scratch on the Jeep though? Hope you are ok!
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Might get the jeep back today!! Probably tomorrow though
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