Thanks for the replies

I had no problem removing the inter nut....Its blind, but I an used to working blind...LOL.......The real trick is putting it back...I have already done that before also

I can rebuild mine, it needs new bearing and bendix.
I could also use a sun gear as the shaft is rusted....I polished it and its useable if I was going to sell her, but not for me going off shore......LOL......