Can someone outline the procedure to get the axles out of a 67' 7 1/4 suregrip rear diff. Thanks.

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"that's a nice car....are you gonna fix it up some day?"

I'll be short because I can't promise it's the same as a later 7 1/4, but here is how it works (72 and up is all i've ever looked at)

Block the front wheels so car can be safely raised in neutral.
Take off the wheel and brake drum.
Remove 4 (or 5) nuts which retain axle bearing against brake backing plate. There should be a hole in the axle flange that permits access to the nuts.
Then Pull really hard or pry on axle flang till axle and bearing pops out.

If you're really in a hurry and don't trust me, pull the cover and check for "C" clips holding the axles in, I don't think they made 7 1/4 with "c" clips though.

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1980 Aspen 225 super six

Or, offer a free 7 1/4 sure grip for the first guy who comes and removes the axles.

Your head will spin it'll happen so fast.

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1980 Aspen 225 super six

If the bearing is stuck in the housing, just put the wheel back on and give it a whack on the inside with a big hammer. The bearing will pop right out of the housing.

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Lou

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Thanks for the replys. Axels are out now. Got the shop to press off the old bearings/collar. New ones going on this week, new seals, rebuild the brakes then on to the next project. Thanks.

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