Re: Gear puller? to use or not to use
Just about any hydraulic press will work. The harder part for me was finding blocks of steel that fit the round shape of the gears. To spread the contact over a greater number of teeth. Do you know what I am saying? Sort of a big ( shape. One for each side. I never did find any that fit perfect. It did take quite a bit of force also. I was fortunate enough to use a press with a force gauge on it however I was too focused on catching the shaft when it fell to watch to see how many actual pounds of force was required. As long as that one c-clip ring is out the gears will come off even if it seems like it will break.
I would try some of the local auto shops or even a dealership just to see if they have a press. Or ask around for other backyard mechanics because presses aren't that expensive and more guys have them then you may think.
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