I have looked at the factory build manual, shop manual and the tech artical here in the stove bolt site. The only thing I can find holding the king in in place is the tapered bolt. I did not see a dust cap or locking ring. The shop manual says it does not need to be reamed but goes into mire detail on the 3/4" tons and above.

After I have removed the tapered bolt and nut, is all that is needed is BFH and something to beat it through the spindle? I tried a few rounds with a small sledge hammer and 3/4 punch type tool. But its not moving too far. Did i miss something or do i need to eat a bigger breaskfast and try again?

"As I lay rubber down the street, I pray for traction I can keep, but if I spin and begin to slide, please dear God protect my sweet ride." -Amen

56 Chevy 3100