I've changed a LOT of Toyota u-joints and have never had to "cut" one out.

Are you sure you got all the clips out? Are you using this method?

http://www.4x4wire.com/tech/axle/ujoint/

Much easier than trying to pound them out with a socket. I can change one in 10 minutes using this method. The hardest part is getting the clips out.

Last edited by Toy Story; 02/18/05 12:44 AM.
85 Toyota SR5 Xtra Cab P/U