thanks jimmy, I'll have to get a puller...
The splines on the angle gear seem to be in good shape! i put the new coupler on the angle gear and it seemed solid...
all i need is to get the old coupler out!

I am experiencing a typical (so i hear) problem with my xc90. AWD (rear wheels) are not driving. a local dealer told me about a coupling between the trans / transfer case and the angle gear box that runs dry and is capable of stripping. Got the drive shaft out and the angle gear box removed. NOW for...