What tools do you need to fix an axle?
What tools do you need to fix an axle?
Tools and Equipment Needed to Replace a CV Axle
- Breaker bar.
- Dead-blow hammer.
- Drain pan.
- Jack and jack stands.
- Large hammer or mallet.
- Long-handled diagonal cutting pliers.
- Pry bar or CV axle puller.
- Ratchet and socket set.
What material is used for axles?
Axles are typically made from SAE grade 41xx steel or SAE grade 10xx steel. SAE grade 41xx steel is commonly known as “chrome-molybdenum steel” (or “chrome-moly”) while SAE grade 10xx steel is known as “carbon steel”.
What is the strongest axle material?
As the horsepower of the vehicle increases and subsequent wheel torque is generated, stronger materials like SAE 1550 or 4340, or even a more exotic 300M, are needed for extreme-duty axle shafts. The SAE 4300 series material is referred to as a high-strength low-alloy material.
What do you need to know about Axel technology?
Axel Technology dedicated customer technical support offers quick, easy and efficient solutions for any technical enquiry, trough multiple access modalities, from simple information to problem solving on any fault.
How can I remotely manage my Axel device?
Windows software to remotely manage Axel devices over a LAN/WAN. Installation: decompress the zip file and double click on the file ‘setup.exe’ (or use “Add/Remove programs”) and follow the instructions. Launching: the “Axel Remote Management” utility is installed in [Start]- [Axel Tools].
What kind of technical support does axeltech offer?
AxelTech dedicated customer technical support offers quick, easy and efficient solutions for any technical enquiry, trough multiple access modalities, from simple information to problem solving on any fault.
What kind of wrench do you use to remove an axle?
Use a 6mm hex wrench to hold the axle. Loosen the axle nut on the right side using a 17mm wrench. Freehub slides off axle after axle nut is removed. Axle can be removed by loosening the left side sleeve nut.
What should I use to remove axle nut?
Wasn’t a problem getting the axle nut off with a 18″ breaker bar, but the bearing had practically welded itself on there.
Is it possible to diagnose axle shaft bearings?
Luckily diagnosing axle shaft bearings does not come up very often, because the sounds they make can be mistaken for other drive train problems. Even a noisy tire with choppy tread can be mistaken for a defective bearing.
What do you need to know about differential tools?
Differential Tools Differential tools are necessary for anyone working with ring and pinion setups, whether it is an experienced professional or the DIY enthusiast. Bearing pullers, dial indicators, brass punches, spanner wrenches…all of these specialty tools are required to swap ring and pinion gears and get them set up properly.
