It's actually a lock ring (conveniently missing any tabs to grab it with...) See Message #40512. Use good light. I found that crucial. I'll remove your lock ring for you if you'll re-install my transmission... Bill Robertson #5939 >--- In dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, "Bob Hlavacek" <bob.hlavacek@xxxx> wrote: > > Does anyone know how to remove the circular spring from the old angle drive > so you can retrieve the large nut? The instructions say compress the spring > with two small screwdrivers, but I don't find that possible. > > Thanks for your help! > > Bob Hlavacek > 10961 To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address: moderators@xxxxxxxxxxx For more info on the list, tech articles, cars for sale see www.dmcnews.com To search the archives or view files, log in at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/dmcnews Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/dmcnews/ <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: dmcnews-unsubscribe@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/