When I have removed the DS from a vehicle, my own or in PNP, I usually leave the Flex Disk on the Trans and Diff. I also loosen the large 46mm Nut with a large Channel lock pliers while it is still mounted. So far haven`t had a problem with loosening the large nut as long as it is in gear and or the Parking Brake is on.

With the DS out of the vehicle, maybe get a couple of those large adjustable wrenches sold in the Plumbing Dept used for sinks. think they are $15 - $20 each


Get the Nut loose and then slide the DS in from the rear (both sections together) and fit it into the Trans. might have to start the center Support Bolts to hold it, (as I remember there are some slots in the bracket for movement) and then pry the Tri Flange to compress the DS and get it lined up on the read center pin.

Charlie

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there were three HP ratings on the OM616...

1) Not much power
2) Even less power
3) Not nearly enough power!! 240D w/auto

Anyone that thinks a 240D is slow drives too fast.

80 240D Naturally Exasperated, 4-Spd 388k DD 150mph spedo 3:58 Diff

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