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Old Jul 12, 2006 | 04:51 PM
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putting on new u-joints i have done this before but never on a vette any helpfut tips would be nice here are a few pics check out my security system NEVER FAILs pic 2 and 7 http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/bigchi.../ph//my_photos

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vette 1/2 shaft joints can be a PITA depending on who did the last ones. You'll need to check the flange for being bent they bend very easily when you're hammering or pressing them out. Use a torch and burn them out and bolt the flanges to a tool or flat stock before working on them. If you're going to use Spicers then the flange have to be flat or you won't get them to fit. If you have a question let me know.
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thanks for the tips by the looks of it getting the bolts loose will be the biggest problem looks like they have not been off in a long time.
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love the dog, should get a picture of him/her growling and showing teeth
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pretty sweet ride you have love the color hard to keep clean huh ???
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