At 07:50 AM 2/24/2007 -0700, Russ Fleehearty wrote:
>"What do you suggest as far as removing the rear splined hub from the axle?"

Drill a hole in the Welsh plug (a little off center), and pul it out with a slide hammer (a.k.a. dent puller). Use a 20 ton press to push the axle out of the hub. Sometimes 10 tons is not enough force to move it.

Some local auto parts stores may have a large press in the back room, especially places that do a little machine work like valve jobs and turning brake drums. Make a few phone calls to find a local place with a big press.

Press a new hub the same distance onto the axle. Install a new Welsh plug to finish the job.