Sc430 Rubber propshaft doughnuts

[Uklowranger]

Hi , could anyone tell me if there is any other fixings than the three 17mm on the propshaft rubber coupling at the diff end as I can’t seem to separate it. Just curious before I start getting rough with it. Has it welded itself with corrosion. I have taken all 6 bolts out now.Thanks.

 

[P Bateman]

Yep it's normal for them to be difficult to remove. Once you have the 6 bolts out it's gonna be a case of gentle force... especially if you plan on reusing them. Use the bolts in place to lever the dowels out