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Expensive gadget
In Response To: It's called a Hydro-Puller. 
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() Looks like about a 5 ton cylinder. The only problem with using hydraulics is that you can destroy your prop or bend the shaft if you screw up the alignment of the rig.
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- Reached my limit with gear puller...need help
- You know there a nut you have to remove
- I don't know if there's science to support this, a good belt with a small sledge hammer,..
- I urge caution if...
- A very easy way to get the prop off is as follows...
- Once you get the puller in place and
- Use an impact wrench on the puller
- Try them all, one of these ideas will work.
- Recommend more heat.