VE axle retaining clip

[Rupey]

Hey, does anyone know the size or part number for the C-clip/retaining clip for the end of the axle that goes into the diff?

Can't for the life of me find any info on them.

Cheers!

 

[losh1971]

There isn't one.

 

[Rupey]

There isn't one.

I've removed both axles and here is a locking ring on the end of both axles, same as pictured. They are even mentioned in the manual and says they are a single use item and should be replaced before reinstalling axles

 

[losh1971]

I've removed both axles and here is a locking ring on the end of both axles, same as pictured. They are even mentioned in the manual and says they are a single use item and should be replaced before reinstalling axles

This doesn't make sense, how did you pull the axle shaft from the diff without removing that clip? My shafts had no clips.

 

[Rupey]

This doesn't make sense, how did you pull the axle shaft from the diff without removing that clip? My shafts had no clips.

Exactly how the manual said to do it.. if your ve had no clips then id be concerned..
Manual says to use 2 pry bars or large screwdrivers on each side of CV between CV and diff housing and lever it out.

 

[losh1971]

Is this inside the diff, or are you talking about the CV?

 

[Rupey]

Is this inside the diff, or are you talking about the CV?

Yes it's the end of the CV shaft that goes inside the diff

 

[losh1971]

Yes it's the end of the CV shaft that goes inside the diff

Is this a VE I don't see how you could pull the shaft from the diff with that clip on. There is no access inside a VE diff unless it's removed from the vehicle.

 

[Rupey]

Is this a VE I don't see how you could pull the shaft from the diff with that clip on. There is no access inside a VE diff unless it's removed from the vehicle.

Yes it is a VE.. You dont need to get inside the diff mate..
Pictured is a new inner CV joint showing the clip

 

[losh1971]

I fitted a new diff to my SS earlier this year. I had no clips and there is no provision for clips. The shafts simply slid out. This must not be a VE diff same as mine.

On mine the hub holds the shaft inside.