need U-joints
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need U-joints
I need to replace the u-joints, straps & bolts in my half shafts (1982). I want to do that next weekend - where can I order Spicer 1350's and all hardware and have it by the weekend? Preferably someone who accepts Paypal.
Carl
Carl
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Call Forum vendor Van Steel. They are located in Florida as well.
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I didn't realize Van Steel is in Florida, their website doesn't list the straps/bolts (maybe I didn't search enough).
I have plans for 4-speed & new motor so I want strong u-joints. It'll be trailing arms and the rear end eventually as well.
I just placed an order from Northern Drivetrain. They had the Spicer 5-799X u-joints and Spicer strap/bolt kits (for 1350 with 5/16x24 bolts) for $21.35 ea and $4.69 ea respectively. We'll see if they deliver...
Carl
I have plans for 4-speed & new motor so I want strong u-joints. It'll be trailing arms and the rear end eventually as well.
I just placed an order from Northern Drivetrain. They had the Spicer 5-799X u-joints and Spicer strap/bolt kits (for 1350 with 5/16x24 bolts) for $21.35 ea and $4.69 ea respectively. We'll see if they deliver...
Carl
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You should alright , if you get the right ones . I had a hard time with my 80 and an 81 I did last week . the u-joints are all different on the 80-81 , weird. I'm off to FLA this thursday and hoping to get a few parts for mine. Yahoo Orlando bound, it was snowing here yesterday.Ron
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I did check out Denny's Driveshafts, they did not list the u-joint straps/bolt kit for my year and their prices were higher.
I did a lot of searching and VERY few companies offer enough detail on their websites. When I found a company that offered both the u-joints and the strap kit, and actually stated the size of the bolts in the kit - they had my business. Even if their price had been a little higher, I appreciate the detail on the website. And the bolts don't have that darn inverted torx or whatever it is...
Carl
I did a lot of searching and VERY few companies offer enough detail on their websites. When I found a company that offered both the u-joints and the strap kit, and actually stated the size of the bolts in the kit - they had my business. Even if their price had been a little higher, I appreciate the detail on the website. And the bolts don't have that darn inverted torx or whatever it is...
Carl
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I had my half shaft U-joints changed a couple of months ago along with a trailing arm. When the new joints came they was the wrong ones. I was at the shop and saw them for myself. The shop tried a different source (NAPA) and they was also wrong but the same type as the first ones. As it turned out the local parts houses showed two different types for a 82, one for automatic transmission and one for manual transmission, strange considering Vettes only can with auto’s in 82. The joints that did fit mine was listed for manual transmissions. Just a little tidbit in case you find the same problem.
Andy
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I received the new u-joints and strap/bolt kits in 2 days, and they are the correct parts. total was $117.26.
Spicer 5-799X, 1350 u-joints
Spicer 3-70-28X, straps & 5/16-24 bolts (hex head)
I got the half shafts out, wasn't difficult. One of my old u-joints was missing all needle bearings on one side
Carl
Spicer 5-799X, 1350 u-joints
Spicer 3-70-28X, straps & 5/16-24 bolts (hex head)
I got the half shafts out, wasn't difficult. One of my old u-joints was missing all needle bearings on one side
Carl
