Replacing u joint
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dandoc
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Try these links. They helped me when I needed to replace the u-joints. I did buy and use the Harbor Freight press that the site demonstrates using. Works well!
http://www.stu-offroad.com/axle/ujoint1/u-joint-1.htm
http://www.stu-offroad.com/axle/ujoint2/ujoint-1.htm
Depending on the age and condition of the u-joints, it may take a considerable amount of force to move and remove the u-joints. Prepare to break a rusty bond between the u-joint caps and the yoke.
iratenanner:
http://www.stu-offroad.com/axle/ujoint1/u-joint-1.htm
http://www.stu-offroad.com/axle/ujoint2/ujoint-1.htm
Depending on the age and condition of the u-joints, it may take a considerable amount of force to move and remove the u-joints. Prepare to break a rusty bond between the u-joint caps and the yoke.
iratenanner:
currupt4130
VT Hokie
Easiest way in a parking lot is to just use a hammer and two different size sockets. One size big enough for the u joitn cap to fit in, yet small enough to support the driveshaft, and one slightly smaller than the u joint cap. Pull the clips from the driveshaft, set the driveshaft on the larger socket, and drive the u joint down with the smaller socket.
currupt4130
VT Hokie
Spicer, Carquest uses Spicer parts so go there. They don't actually say Spicer on them, but if you look closely they have the Spicer diamond on them. By the way, if it's the rear shaft put a drip pan under the transfercase cuz fluid will come out when you pull the shaft.
dandoc
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To replace the factory grease in the cross for the greasable u-joints, first remove the end caps and install the zerk (nipple) fitting. Then, using a grease gun, pump new grease into the zerk fitting until all the factory grease is removed from the cross. For non-greasable u-joints, take a rag or paper towel and wipe off all traces of factory grease, including in the dimples at the ends of the cross. Completely fill the nipples with new grease. For both styles, wipe out the factory grease in the end caps, and wipe in a layer of new grease with your finger. DON'T LOSE THE NEEDLE BEARINGS!
Whichever grease you use, make sure it's rated for a MINIMUM temperature of around 300ºF. U-joints can get HOT! Some people swear by a certain brand of lubricants. Whichever brand you decide on, make sure you read the applications portion on the container and buy the one that's right for you. I use a grease that's applicable to GM, Chrysler, and one or two other makes of vehicles... I think it's from Valvoline.
hey I would like to thank everyone who helped me figure this out....
however, being the lazy teenager I am, I just took a real look at the problem and found out that it was not actually my u joint, but the bolt that holds it to the diff that was loose. Tightened that up and took it for a spin and ran fine.
however, being the lazy teenager I am, I just took a real look at the problem and found out that it was not actually my u joint, but the bolt that holds it to the diff that was loose. Tightened that up and took it for a spin and ran fine.
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