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Title: removing speedo gear
Post by: Samcan on May 10, 2009, 07:54:41 PM

I have installed new gears in a couple of transfer cases with no problems.  The one I am work on now I can't seem to get the speedo gear out.  I have run out of ideas to try.  Any suggestions?
Samcan

Title: Re: removing speedo gear
Post by: Skyhiranger on May 11, 2009, 06:19:11 AM

Samurai, I assume?
Try to get a pair of vice grips on the speedo "bullet" and twist it, to get it loosened up and pull it out.  You could also try a sharp chisel and tap along the outer lip of the bullet to get it to turn (it will likely gouge the edge a little).
Also soak it with penetrant (wd40, pb blaster, etc.) for awhile, that sometimes helps.
As a last resort, you can try heating it a little....but be very careful....since the tcase is aluminum too much heat will ruin it instantly.

Title: Re: removing speedo gear
Post by: Samcan on May 11, 2009, 12:38:40 PM

I have tried vise grips, WD 40  and a little heat with a propane torch. I use a brass drift to tap all the way around the gear insert in hopes that would free it up.   Have not resorted to the hammer a chisel yet, but I guess that may be next.
Thanks,
Samcan