At a minimum you need to disconnect the top ball joints and the outer tie
rod ends. Then you should be able to work the axles out. Note that the
outer joints should be loc-tited into the splines so you will need a
puller to pull (pus them through. This may require removing the brake
rotors. You should use loc-tite retaining compound or red on the splines
when re-installing. If using after market outer boot kits, get the correct
nuts from the dealer.

Dennis

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
Jon Kanas
Sent: Thursday, June 05, 2008 6:32 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Syncro Front Axle Removal

Good Afternoon,

I am preparing to repack and replace the boots on the outer CV joints on
the front axles of a 1987 Syncro.  I'd like to find out from anyone
who's done this messy little task if, once you have detached the axles
from the front differential is there enough clearance to slide the axles
out of the front hub assemblies without further disassembly of the front
end.

As a note,  I've done several rear axle CV builds,  but any additional
pointers on the Vanagon front  axles is appreciated.
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