c/v half shaft

[pmc68]

Is it true, can I really back the front drive axle out of the hub on my '97 tahoe without even removing the wheel or parting the balljoint? I don't want to start this project in the rain if i need to disassemble the entire front end

[TxStetson]

No, it isn't true. You have to create enough working room to get the old one out and the new one in. Upper ball joint is the easiest way to go.

[MT-2500]

Originally Posted by pmc68

Is it true, can I really back the front drive axle out of the hub on my '97 tahoe without even removing the wheel or parting the balljoint? I don't want to start this project in the rain if i need to disassemble the entire front end

Most of the time you can.
Some the swaybar link has to come out to do it.