8N rear axle

[gspig]

Due to a dangerous and stupid loading mistake, I need to replace the right rear axle shaft. How is the shaft held in? Do I just remove a retainer plate or is there some internal retaining clip I have to take off first?

 

[Soundguy]

I'm guessing that you ned to pull the axle trumpet, as you might as well replace the oil seal(s) while you are in there. Old style has 1 seal.. new style has 2 seals. Axles aren't interchangeable.. so you need to know the year of your tractor, which can be found via serial number.
the N board over at ytmag.com has tons of N-formation on topics just like this.
Soundguy

 

[Soundguy]

after doing a bit more research.. I think it is a floating axle.. meaning.. remove the big axle nut.. remover brake hub, etc.. and i think you will be able to remove axle without removing trumpet.

Soundguy