<html><body>I managed to get my BJ8 steering box oil seal out without drilling, but that was almost 40 years ago and I don't remember the details. However, I did remove oil seals from the crank and camshafts seals in a Dodge Spirit by drilling holes to accommodate self-tapping screws, and using pliers to pull on the screws. It works if you have room to install the screws, but be careful not to ding the shaft. <div><br></div><div>Steve Byers</div><br><div class="reply-new-signature"></div><p>-----------------------------------------</p>From: "Roger Grace via Healeys" <healeys@autox.team.net><br>To: "Healeys"<br>Cc: <br>Sent: Thursday February 11 2021 3:32:19PM<br>Subject: [Healeys] Steering box oil seal<br><br>
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<div>Trying to replace the steering box oil seal on my BJ8 in
situ.</div>
<div>Using modified pitman puller managed to get the arm off.</div>
<div>Now struggling to get the old oil seal out.</div>
<div>Any ideas/techniques appreciated ?<br></div>
<div>Only about 1/8 in gap between splines and housing.</div>
<div>Been making small hook with steel rod (bike spoke) but can"t
get grip on the steel ring.</div>
<div>Fellow AH person suggested drilling hole and inserting a screw
to pull on ?</div>
<div>All thoughts appreciated.</div>
<div>rg<br></div>
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