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Axles Cont.
10. At this point the axle assembly is free for removal, although may require significant force:
A. If the axle pulls out freely: Move on to
Reassembly
below.
B. If the axle will not pull out: Go to step #11.
11. The axle may not remove easily if there is surface rust or damaged components. It is recommended to use (2)
porta power hydraulic rams to push the axle out of the frame (O in Figure-16). Place one end of the ram behind
the axle hub (Figure-18), and the other on the Mudd-Ox body near the bearing flange. This location is up against
the frame for maximum support (Figure-17).
12. See Figure-3 about reinstalling flange bolts.
Note:
Use a piece of wood between the hydraulic ram and the Mudd-Ox body to prevent damaging the plastic. Op-
erating both rams will require (2) mechanics. Reference the hydraulic ram’s operation manual for safe and proper
usage.
Figure-17
Align Straight
Figure-16
Dual Porta Powers
Figure-18
Hook to the axle hub
Reassembly
1. Completely clean each removed part, especially the keyway in the axle shaft (P in Figure-19). Any rust or debris
can prevent a smooth reassembly. If there is any paint on the axle shaft, strip it down to bare metal with a wire
brush.
Figure-19
Axle Keyway
2. Inspect each part for wear and damage. Most notably the keys that align sprockets to the axle shaft (Q in Fig-
ure-20). Over time the keys and keyways in the sprockets/axle may wear and become sloppy.
O
O
PP
Figure-20
Key
Q
Q