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Old Mar 15, 2008 | 01:47 PM
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how do you remove a drive shaft?

i am about to replace my clutch on my 66 and pull the tranny,but before i do that, can someone please tell me how to remove the drive shaft?
 
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Old Mar 15, 2008 | 02:09 PM
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If its anything like my '64, and its a one-piece driveshaft, just unbolt the four nuts where the driveshaft's universal-joint is attached at the rear end, and then slide the yoke (still attached to the driveshaft) out of the transmission tunnel. I tie a rag up tightly around the end of the driveshaft to prevent the u-joint bearings from falling off and getting lost.
 
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Old Mar 15, 2008 | 02:45 PM
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As Matt mention remove the (4) 1/2" nut's attach to the (2) U shape brackets at the rear end holding the drive shaft to the rear end.

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Old Mar 15, 2008 | 02:51 PM
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This is just a technicality, but the nuts are 5/16" and take a 1/2" wrench. 1/2" nuts take a 3/4'" wrench. The U-bolts are 5/16" coarse threads and so take the same size nut. Steve
 
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Old Mar 15, 2008 | 03:13 PM
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I guess us shade tree mechanic / computer peckers are not smart enough to understand the bolt / nut size ration. lol
I'm sorry for my error on 1/2" nut; I meant no harm or false intentions; please use a 1/2" wrench (preferably a 6 point box end) as mention from 59INA40 mention.

Thanks for the clarification..

Mitch
 
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Old Mar 15, 2008 | 03:15 PM
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Yeah, 1/2" wrench is the correct one.
 
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Old Mar 15, 2008 | 05:51 PM
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thanks guys
 
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Old Mar 15, 2008 | 10:52 PM
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Hopefully you will have help..... As typically in a clutch replacement procedure takes a modicum of mechanical aptitude.

Make sure the old clutch is not oil contaminated as this requires repair of gaskets or a rear main seal before the new unit goes back in. And make sure the flywheel is within spec or re-surfaced correctly or a new clutch will be wasted posthaste.

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I don't mean to sound harsh, but if you have to ask how to remove the driveshaft you probably shouldn't be attacking a clutch swap by yourself. Find a buddy that's been there before and get some help. Also get a shop manual or Motors Manual (or Chiltons) for the steps.

Save yourself some trouble and get some form of help. We all have to start someplace.

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