[RICK LAKE]

BDR879 I beleive that the clamps are either crush fit or crimped. Either way you need to remove the axle assembly to repair. While you have the axle shaft assembly out, You can cut or grind off any casting parts that are not needed. This will give you more room to work in the tight space. Make sure you cover the bearing with tape to stop any metal flakes from getting into the baering seals or bearing. when grinding the hot shaving will stick to the seal if not covered. The other thing is to buy a CV boot kit and reinstall the correct amount of grease, put a new boot and clamps on it. I dont know if your axles are stock length from factory or are cut down to the correct length. Make sure the boot is installed correctly or you will rip the boot off the CV joint. If you can't do this yourself(cv boot replacement) I local garage or Ford dealership can do it. Throw the guy a 20. Good luck Rick L.