[Sirrotica]

My solution would be to restore the chisel mark and either use a blunt end puller, Snap on has pullers that the pointed end can be changed out to a blunt swivel. Another possibility would be to use a piece of flat aluminum between the puller and the shaft to protect the reference mark from the puller.

BTW don't overtighten the nut on the shaft, it just has to be snug. Tightening the nut too tight forces the 2 tapers splines together and makes removal harder than needs be. A little never seize on the spline might also make it come apart easier requiring less pressure from the puller.

[Deadhead]

Originally Posted by Sirrotica

BTW don't overtighten the nut on the shaft, it just has to be snug. Tightening the nut too tight forces the 2 tapers splines together and makes removal harder than needs be. A little never seize on the spline might also make it come apart easier requiring less pressure from the puller.

Amen to this! The first wheel I pulled was on my original '66 I inherited. The factory had that nut on so tight that it destroyed the threads on the shaft. Never again after that.

I like the idea of doing it in motion. Not sure I can find a flat open area around here big enough for that to be comfortable though.

Got it lined up and will attempt to rechisel or use a metal blade on Dremel to mark.

My first attempt had me out on the Hwy with the cracked wheel on the roof. Fortunately, the roof rack snagged it. Was just planning on using the 1/2 mile driveway, but could not find a spot straight enough (new place).