removing the stub axle w/o the special vw tools

rrankin

Is there a good or easy way to remove the stub axle from the trailing arm?

I have new wheel bearings and outer and inner seals, I don't have a new spacer sleeve for either side.

I don't have a press either.

What is the best method of removing these items from the trailing arm?

Should I undertake this prior to removing the arm from the car?

Thanks a million.
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63ziggy · Posted: Wed Oct 15, 2014 5:23 pm Post subject:

it has been a while since i was down that road.

you can do it easily while arm is on the car. you will need
snap ring pliers. no need for a press. dig out all the grease. there should be a snap ring buried in there that keeps things from coming apart.

there is a exploded diagram out there. just cannot put hands on it at this moment

rrankin · Posted: Wed Oct 15, 2014 5:55 pm Post subject:

GI Joe · Posted: Wed Oct 15, 2014 5:59 pm Post subject:

You need snap ring pliers to squeeze the snap ring in, or push it outward in order to remove it from its groove... Whichever direction it goes for that application.. Never been in that part, so not sure..

Your mallet will do Nothing for you here! Lol
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germanbilly · Posted: Wed Oct 15, 2014 9:10 pm Post subject:

This should help you out.
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=366794
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