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Old Feb 24, 2008 | 03:34 PM
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Help! Rear brake problems
Howdy guys, I am replecing my rear end (8.8) And am having trouble removing the spitter on top of the axle tube can anybody give me any hints.
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wouldn't you rather have a swallower?
 
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Originally Posted by 73f100shortbed
wouldn't you rather have a swallower?
Give the newbie a break.

Welcome to FTE farmerboy1381,

Are you talking about the brakeline "T" / splitter?
You might want to put some penetrating oil on it and let it soak in for a few hours.
 
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