Brent, remove the axle then use a large C clamp to close up the channel that the axle mounts in, then reinstall the axle. This would also be a good time to replace the axle pivot pin (P/N IH-384626-R3) and you'll need a new 3/16" x 1-1/2" spirol pin (P/N 715-0134) for retaining the axle pivot pin.