The pullers I have turn into 2 way pullers allso this is how I removed mine as I could just about hold the 2 legs in place whilst turning socket !!
Right, I've heroically given up! No matter what I do, one of the legs pulls off the bottom of the drop-arm. It doesn't help that the bottom of the arm is slightly curved I guess. Might take you up on that Glynn if I'm up that way! Is a hydraulic puller something most garages would have?
We pull bearings off of 10" shafts here so a drop arm shouldn't strain the kit too much. We've also got a heating device that will warm the arm to make things easier. But like I said, there should be a garage within a few mins of you that'll have one. @Beaver will know.
Mmmm I've tried and failed many many times now trying non-hydraulic ones. Do ya reckon 2 pronged may be better as you can set them directly opposite each other? One of the problems with the 3 legged ones is the actual arm gets in the way a bit if that makes any sense at all...
No idea as I didn't take it off! It must be possible though as I don't think this arm has ever been off of this box!
Detach the drag link..remove the four long bolts that hold the box to the chassis section....remove the spreader plate off and over the drop arm..assuming the steering coupling has been disconnected the box can then be wiggled through the chassis section.
Yep, this ^. The box, with arm but minus plate, comes out through a big 'ole in the chassis leg. I'd advise taking the arm off once the box is out. If you try it under the van, you're likely to get a face-full of drop arm when it lets go .
Thanks chaps! Every day's a school day. I've also got to replace the steering box seals, so useful info...
a cheap puller will fetch it off if you line it up, apply a bit on tension then clamp the legs with a large jubilee clip
