Ok so my driver side CV joint went out

Tiny
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Ok so my driver side cv joint went out. I go to change it and half of the cb joint is stuck in the side of the transmission wall. How do I know if I messed up the housing unit or how do I get it off?
Friday, October 26th, 2012 AT 1:30 PM

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Tiny
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Don't plan on re-using that shaft now. You were supposed to use a large prybar to "pop" it loose from the transmission and not just pull on the shaft.
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Friday, October 26th, 2012 AT 1:37 PM
Tiny
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A slide hammer with the correct extension might be required under certain circumstances. If you wish to reuse the half-shaft, you would need to have it inspected for damage and serviced with boot replacement and lubricants.
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Friday, October 26th, 2012 AT 1:45 PM

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