there is some kind of shield held on by three bolts that have to come off to get to the six bolts that hold the backing plate and spindle. next we pulled out the axle shaft then removed the tie rod end from the spindle. i should also note we disconnected the brake line and removed the brake cylinder from the backing plate a few steps ago. we then removed the upper and lower spindle arm bearing caps and removed the spindle. this is a pic of the hub and bearing and a pic of my right hand man. can anyone say they got to rebuild a 52 year old axle at the age of 12. he has done most of the work so far as i watch......and help with the bolts that his breaker bar wont get free.
as you can see this was pretty gross, might have had something to do with this day of fun. its a good thing the rust and water was in there because it was the only thing keeping the bearings lubed. i shouldnt have let it go this long. more to come later.