TRNW-2: DIFF, GM Gov-lock unable to remove axle clips

[Tod Chretien]

Thank you Fred! That is what ended up working for me. Those rubber speed 
sensor tone wheels make the axle pop back out slightly no matter how 
much you hammer on them. LOL


Since it has rear disc brakes and the caliper was out of the way, the C- 
clamp vice grips went right in there. Easy Peasy. It didn't need axles 
which was a blessing. Those dudes are expensive!


Going back in with the pinion gear by myself, I took a 20" long bar and 
put it in the axle tubes. Then I wedged a 2X4 and a rag in between the 
pinion gear and the bar, holding the pinion gear in the housing while I 
tapped the front bearing in. I usually have a helper hold the pinion 
gear in the housing while I hammer in the bearing.


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Best Regards,
Tod Chretien
TRNW Inc.
http://www.trnw.net


On 10/14/2025 3:32 AM, Fred Whitaker wrote:
>  I believe I used my C clamp vice grips on the ends of the axle to 
> hold it in. (I have 2 pair) (It's been a while)
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> *From:* trnw2-bounces at trnw.net <trnw2-bounces at trnw.net> on behalf of 
> Tod Chretien via trnw2 <trnw2 at trnw.net>
> *Sent:* Monday, October 13, 2025 6:22 PM
> *To:* trnw2 at trnw.net <trnw2 at trnw.net>
> *Subject:* TRNW-2: DIFF, GM Gov-lock unable to remove axle clips
> Has anybody ever dealt with a GM Gov-lock rear end that is worn where
> the side gears contact the thrust block? The side gears are
> over-extended and I cannot remove the axle clips. The springs behind the
> posi-clutches are pushing out on the side gears and the axle won't push
> in far enough to remove the clips.
>
> Yes I removed the wheel speed sensors and I hammered on the axles. Even
> pried the carrier over but it doesn't seem to be the carrier bearings
> that is my problem.
>
> 2018 Silverado 5.3
>
> 2GCRCREC1J1105917
>
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> Best Regards,
> Tod Chretien
> TRNW Inc.
> https://www.trnw.net
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Tod Chretien
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