|
Xoutpost server transfer and maintenance is occurring.... |
Xoutpost is currently undergoing a planned server migration.... stay tuned for new developments.... sincerely, the management |
|
LinkBack | Thread Tools | Display Modes |
#31
|
||||
|
||||
The Spline of the CV joint is approximately 32mm in diameter The hole that is in the tools is approximate 29.8mm Now if you can fit 5 lb of shit in a 1 lb bag maybe you can make it work. The last picture is how far you can get the cv joint into the tool before it won't fit. Not enough thread to even get the nut on, and if you did, you will be stripping the threads in the nut or shaft or both. Hope this help answer all the naysayer question about using this tool..
__________________
2006 Infiniti G35 2001 BMW 3.0I E53 X5 Build date 08/2000 SOLD Lotus Europa 1970 Destroyed by fire Lotus Europa 1970 S2 Renault Powered Lotus Type 52 1970 Twincam Webers Powered PORSCHE 911 Targa 1982 The Garage Queen Audi Avant donated to Kars for Kids BMW 525IT Sold Audi 4000CS Quattro Sold Jensen Healey Lotus Powered Sold Opel 1900 Sold Triumph Spitfire 1971 Sold Triumph Spitfire 1968 Sold Plymouth "Cuda" 340 Six pack SOLD Last edited by upallnight; 05-23-2017 at 03:54 PM. |
Sponsored Links | |
|
#32
|
|||
|
|||
I wonder if one can place the Nut inside the tool as shown, then leave a gap of let's say 1" between the nut and the round part of the tool and use a pair of channel lock pliers to squeeze and in the process of doing that pull the CV joint outward (hey, you gotta be creative...)...Just wondering...
__________________
1998 E39 528i 5sp MT 2006 E53 X5 3.0 6sp MT Last edited by cn90; 05-23-2017 at 11:03 PM. |
#33
|
|||
|
|||
upallnight, thanks for the photos. Very convincing, and if you look back one page, it seems to be exactly as I had expected based on the information we had at the time:
"it looks like the splined section will definitely be a problem. To make this tool work, first, it may only be possible to get one or two turns of threads on, and then it would need to be re-positioned frequently. I can believe that maybe what looks to be feasible but difficult might actually be impossible due to threads being beveled, or other minor factors, so that by the time threading it on starts to load up and apply force on the joint, it is already hitting the splined section before anything can move." I expect every other CV joint I have will be smaller than this one, so there's hope for this tool other than ballast. But I like cn90's idea above, but I'd use Knipex Pliers Wrenches, one on each side (I've got a 12" and a couple of 10" ones). Those supposedly have 10:1 leverage, and have smooth, parallel surfaces, so the nut would not be damaged and it might stay aligned better. Or not? I'll certainly give it a try and report back if I ever take off a CV joint on this truck.
__________________
2001 X5 3.0i, 203k miles, AT, owned since 2014 |
#34
|
|||
|
|||
Ah hell, I bought this tool last year, intending to use it for the expected cv boot repairs that are part of owning an e53 or e46 xi. Well, at least I have something to hold papers down when it is windy or keep a door from closing.
__________________
2001 E53 X5 3.0 Auto. Silver Black Build date 10-17-2000 141kmiles 2004 E60 545i Sport 6MT. Black/Black Build Date 6-2004 102k miles |
#35
|
||||
|
||||
Quote:
The best way and easiest way to put the joint back onto the axle is spin the axle nut flush with the axle, insert the axle into the joint and make sure the ends of the clip is in the groove of the axle. Take the entire assembly and smack the axle nut into the concrete pavement. Work first time, every time.
__________________
2006 Infiniti G35 2001 BMW 3.0I E53 X5 Build date 08/2000 SOLD Lotus Europa 1970 Destroyed by fire Lotus Europa 1970 S2 Renault Powered Lotus Type 52 1970 Twincam Webers Powered PORSCHE 911 Targa 1982 The Garage Queen Audi Avant donated to Kars for Kids BMW 525IT Sold Audi 4000CS Quattro Sold Jensen Healey Lotus Powered Sold Opel 1900 Sold Triumph Spitfire 1971 Sold Triumph Spitfire 1968 Sold Plymouth "Cuda" 340 Six pack SOLD |
#36
|
||||
|
||||
Get yourself a Toyota minivan, works fine on our Toyota Sienna.
__________________
2006 Infiniti G35 2001 BMW 3.0I E53 X5 Build date 08/2000 SOLD Lotus Europa 1970 Destroyed by fire Lotus Europa 1970 S2 Renault Powered Lotus Type 52 1970 Twincam Webers Powered PORSCHE 911 Targa 1982 The Garage Queen Audi Avant donated to Kars for Kids BMW 525IT Sold Audi 4000CS Quattro Sold Jensen Healey Lotus Powered Sold Opel 1900 Sold Triumph Spitfire 1971 Sold Triumph Spitfire 1968 Sold Plymouth "Cuda" 340 Six pack SOLD |
#37
|
|||
|
|||
After some thinking, I just came up with this idea (have NOT tried it yet, but I think it should work), but just want to run the idea by you guys to see what people think...
- Get a Tie Rod Puller, my favorite is the KD 5-ton puller. - Clamp the CV Joint in such a way that the CV joint's end is completely inside the CV Joint Tool. Install the 36-mm nut. - Then use the Tie Rod Puller to pull the CV joint as shown (basically a socket to cover the bolt's end, and the jaws grab onto the 36-mm nut): ---
__________________
1998 E39 528i 5sp MT 2006 E53 X5 3.0 6sp MT |
#38
|
|||
|
|||
Quote:
|
#39
|
|||
|
|||
Quote:
|
#40
|
|||
|
|||
Certainly boring the hole is the answer however it is also the problem. Meaning you must have a drill bit that size in order to make that happen. Perhaps a step drill would work I would have to look into that. The material removed would probably not compromise the tool based on the what forces are being applied to that area.
T |
Bookmarks |
Thread Tools | |
Display Modes | |
|
|
|