Rear double cardan joint replacement question

[jerry]

I realize I may be answering my question just by posting this, but I'm tired and could use an extra set of eyes on this.

Either way I try to remove this joint, it is stuck. Do I need to remove the other joint first, or some other order to get it apart? My plan was to work in the outside inward,... Starting with this joint, either way I try to extract it. It is bound and I cannot get it all the way free.

Thank you. Jerry

 

[bronco italiano]

I am not sure if your supposed to push the cap inside the joint.
Wait for the big boys to respond, that is a good question!

 

[jerry]

New day, going to get back at it in a few.

Any other tips / tricks also appreciated!

 

[Yeller]

Part of the challenge with those CV’s is they are under spring pressure. They are a pain, I’m spoiled and the driveshaft shop is next door to my office, I virtually quit changing ujoints years ago.

Back to your question. You will have to remove the circled cap to get the joint out. Removing the cap allows the joint to move enough to come out

 

[jerry]

Lol I'm a bit jealous of you, Yeller. In all seriousness, I know I'll get it.
I did try grabbing a cap last night with pliers, but also thought I didn't want to booger it up unnecessarily...

Almost done with my coffee. I did find this:
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1081822-rebuilding-a-double-cardan-joint-vid-pics.html

Which suggests the center joint is the one to start with..

Thanks!

 

[jerry]

OG Craftsman locking pliers for the win.

Tip still appreciated, thank you guys!