Removing front drive shaft

1996 DODGE RAM
180,000 MILES • 5.3L • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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BERNIEHUNTS
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I removed the four bolts from the back of the drive shaft where it connects to the front of the transfer case. I cannot get the drive shaft to drop out.
Jun 4, 2017 at 7:05 AM
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CARADIODOC
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It's not uncommon for the universal joint's bearing cups to become stuck in the yoke. A pry bar will get them loose.
Jun 5, 2017 at 7:43 PM
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