easy removal of front axle / beam using facory tool VW 610

[ngobet]

Last weekend I built tool VW 610 according to the drawings found on the internet. It is called front axle cradle for trolley jack, isn't too complicated to build and is really one of the most useful tool for a vw.
Anyone who already swapped a front beam knows how difficult it is to put the front axle back in position, especially if it is narrowed. The tool makes that job possible for one person and it takes less than 5 min to do it.

The tool:

and with the front axle on, notice how the angle is perfect to insert the beam between the body and frame. The beam is hooked from the back, which allows to raise the beam in position without hitting the body.

[busman78]

Good job! I like homemade tools.

[David_nc_72std]

[k-weaver]

I was able to remove and install with a regular floor jack. I can see this being useful though.