Second Generation Chrysler minvan half shaft replacement

[Pete]

1994 Chrysler Town and Country Axle replacementTools needed:
1/2″ drive Ratchet
3/8″ drive Ratchet
2″ long 3/8″ drive extension
6″ Long 1/2″ drive extension
6″ Long 3/8″ drive extension
1-1/4″ Dia. 1/2″ Drive socket
3/8″ dia. 3/8″ drive socket
7/8″ Dia. 1/2″ drive socket
7/8″ Dia. 1/2″ drive socket
18MM Dia. 1/2″ drive socket
13MM Dia. 3/8″ drive socket
Jack capable of supporting vehicle
Jack stands, also capable of supporting vehicle
Coat hangar or thick wire (to support brake caliper)
Pickle fork (tie rod removal tool) or the correct Chrysler tie rod end puller)
Pliers (needle nose)
Small pick or straight screwdriver
3lb sledgehammer (for “gentle persuasion”)
Large c-clamp
One helping pair and hands and feet

Time: If you’re quick about it, less than an hour, if your half crippled (like me) make it a good 3 hours.( I am paying penance to my arthritic shoulder at the moment..)

Now the Step By Step:

1) Loosen lug nuts on appropriate wheel

.2) Raise and safely support the vehicle. Note the wood blocks…

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