how to remove gen II front axel

[EHorn133]

tried searching till i am blue in face. thought i had it with the 5/8 coupler no go. so any help would be greatly appreciated thanks

 

[sixpack577]

With the 4 fork end bolts loose, and the axle bolt(right side when sitting on bike) loosened. You have to turn the other side counter clockwise(a large peice of hex stock will work, turning it with a wrench)

 

[gregsbusa]

I loosen the 2 left(when looking at the front end) pinch bolts, remove the axle bolt, then remove the other 2 pinch bolts, the last 2 pinch bolts hold the axle for bolt removal, once bolt is out, axle should slide right out with your fingers.