Nothing specail is required. just spin it around till you see the cross bolt. It backs out with a 5/16 box end wrench. Then just slide the pin out. If you have posi the spring in the center keeps it all in place. I'm in the middle of this swap myself. I used the axle kit from summit that comes with bearings seals, and studs for $250 plus I get $20 in summit cash back. lol They claim to be 35% stronger than stock as well. Who knows on that.