48 Ford Removing rear hub snap ring

PITA the first time. I use one thin blade screwdriver to move the end of the ring away from its seat. Then push another in the opening between the drum and ring that was created in "step #1".

Pry the ring away a little with the screwdriver and put yet another a little "further down the line.
Soon enough you'll be able to grasp the "loose end" of the ring with a locking pliers and pull it out the rest of the way.

Before reinstalling the ring, cut the "other end" in the opposite direction it is currently in so you may use a snap ring plier next time.
 
I always drill a small hole in one end before putting it in makes it easy to put a small screw driver in & pull it out.
 
Did all 1940-48 rear drums have a snap ring ? I am replacing a rear drum that does not have a snap, is it just missing ?
 
Well I found a old no good drum/hub to get 2 snap rings and it was a test of my patience but I did it !!! Thanks Guys
 
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