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I have had my axle out many times. After everything is unbolted, I have a heavy punch with a very blunt point that fits perfectly in the center hole of the axle on the right side. I line up the punch and use an 8 lb maul to knock the axle out. It takes quite a bit to get it started. 1/3 of the way out, it will hit the muffler. I give the axle a good whack and it always slips through. Going back in is even more fun! :whip: