Rear wheel removal to check brakes shoes

[HondaMike]

Hello I'm new to the forum I have a Ca77 dream 305 and I'm checking everything out on the bike.But when I took the back rimtire off to look at the shoes,I'm having a problem getting the right side to line up so I can slip the axel through.can someone help me out with this. Advise welcome please.
Thanks Mike

[modelman]

There are several ways, one is to drive the spindle almost all the way from one side, then use a stout screwdriver or similar, & insert it from the other side & 'jiggle' it into the hub, since the weight is already supported by the spindle, it is then easy to align it then 'tup' the the shaft all the way through with a wood block or hide mallet.

[HondaMike]

Thanks model man for the information I feel kinda stupid and not paying closer attention when I was removing the rear wheel assembly I'll give that a try Monday evening see what happens thanks again. Mike