Spirol Pin Removal

[35boulder]

When removing the clutch shaft coupling, do you just tap out the spirol pin with a punch?

[finsruskw]

Best to use a spirol pin punch.
Pick up a set, they will come in handy.
A regular punch will suffice though if need be.
Be sure and support the driveshaft before whaling away on it too much.

[35boulder]

Where would be the best place to find a set of these punches? Thanks

[Cub Cadet 123]

Originally Posted by 35boulder

Where would be the best place to find a set of these punches? Thanks

Yosemite Sam (Mark Hellrung) makes a great set!!!

Cub Cadet 123

[darkminion_17]

I got my set from Sears, bought them 10 y.a. still punchin'
Using a 3/8 deep socket and extension makes it come in real handy for those hard to reach places.

[twoton]

Originally Posted by finsruskw

Best to use a spirol pin punch.
Pick up a set, they will come in handy.
A regular punch will suffice though if need be.
Be sure and support the driveshaft before whaling away on it too much.

X 2 on supporting the driveshaft and or yoke well before having at it.

[sawdustdad]

Here's the set I bought. The punch tip has a little nipple on it to center it on the roll pin. Keeps it from skidding off and reduces likelihood of mushrooming the pin. Amazon actually has a bunch of different sets if you search for "roll pin punch set."

https://www.amazon.com/Craftsman-9-4...r=8-5-fkmrnull

[old fart]

I have found an air hammer outfitted with a blunt shank until flush then a small diameter punch to be my favorite weapon for this task. haven't had 1 put up a fight since i found this out. x3 on support it before pulling the trigger

[35boulder]

Thanks for the responses. Suggestions on best way to support the shaft? Also since I have never removed a spirol pin before, is there a top/bottom or is it like a standard roll pin in that way?