How to remove axle from rear control arm, Rear Control Arm Options

[kaiserms]

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I removed the rear swing axles from my '73 914 to replace
the bushings & wheel bearing and have powder coated. I have
torched out 95% of the old rubber bushings but still can't budge
the axle that goes through the center of the control arm.

Do I need a stronger torch? Been using small cannister camp stove
for torch fuel.

Need some clear advice,

Thanks,
Kaiser

[bdstone914]

I put a open end lug nut on the pivot shaft to kep the driving threaded shaft from drifting off. Also use grease on the end of the rod and on the threads of the shaft.