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Old 09-30-2011, 04:24 AM
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After searching and going through many pages of posts i'm still confused

1: " drill holes in floor for bolt access"

2: "drop rear end"

3: "just pry down on the front of the pinion bracket with a large screwdriver to remove / replace snubber"

I'm hoping for number 3.

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Old 09-30-2011, 08:12 AM
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#3 worked for me, but I used a pry bar. Just be careful not to damage your brake line.
Old 09-30-2011, 09:20 AM
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Go with door number three. Do not use a polly mount. It changes the pitch of the rear and will cause problems. Jerry
Old 09-30-2011, 10:04 AM
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#3 easily worked for me, hardly any prying to be done that I remember.
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Old 09-30-2011, 10:13 PM
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So, #3 it is. I'll try a pry bar. Thanks Dave

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