Half shaft u-joint
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Burning Brakes
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From: Prescott AZ
Half shaft u-joint
Hope someone can help.
I need to replace the driver side u-joint on the half sift of a 1993 ZR-1.
Does anyone have the brand and part number for a good quality solid
u-joint?
Thanks,
Rob
I need to replace the driver side u-joint on the half sift of a 1993 ZR-1.
Does anyone have the brand and part number for a good quality solid
u-joint?
Thanks,
Rob
Burning Brakes
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From: Auburn Michigan
Forum search results: 5-1350X
I just replaced all 4 of mine with these, and I also had purchased a http://www.ebay.com/itm/4-in-1-Ball-Joint-Service-Auto-Tool-Set-2WD-4WD-Auto-Repair-Remover-Installer-/290834266599?hash=item43b712b9e7&item=290834266599&vxp=mtrlast year (should be able to rent them at parts stores) that I clamped the tool in my vise which made pressing and removing the joints/caps a breeze.
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I just did mine last year, used Moog solid ones from Rock Auto.
Here's a good article that shows a lot of detail, just go through the part that covers pulling the half shafts: http://www.digitalcorvettes.com/foru...d.php?t=144562
A couple of tips here, one is put a piece of carpet under where you're working to stop any screws you drop (and you will drop something) from running away.
I also made an adapter tool that let me press the u-joints out using a hydraulic press and worked well for me: http://s162.photobucket.com/user/hcb...tml?sort=3&o=4
It's not terribly hard but you can do it if you're patient and methodical in your approach.
Here's a good article that shows a lot of detail, just go through the part that covers pulling the half shafts: http://www.digitalcorvettes.com/foru...d.php?t=144562
A couple of tips here, one is put a piece of carpet under where you're working to stop any screws you drop (and you will drop something) from running away.
I also made an adapter tool that let me press the u-joints out using a hydraulic press and worked well for me: http://s162.photobucket.com/user/hcb...tml?sort=3&o=4
It's not terribly hard but you can do it if you're patient and methodical in your approach.
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Burning Brakes
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I've read where some use the 1350X's along with some anit-seize.
Would also be a good time to replace wheel bearings if needed. MUCH easier with 1/2 shaft removed.
Pro
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Yes, those are the joints with zinc coating on the caps to reduce galvonization with the aluminum halfshafts, and would be a better choice in the long run.
I've read where some use the 1350X's along with some anit-seize.
Would also be a good time to replace wheel bearings if needed. MUCH easier with 1/2 shaft removed.
I've read where some use the 1350X's along with some anit-seize.
Would also be a good time to replace wheel bearings if needed. MUCH easier with 1/2 shaft removed.
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I'll wager you wouldn't have paid the price.
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Pro
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From: Mishawaka Indiana
Yeah if they were more than $30 each I would have passed. I really just wanted to at least get the non galvanic ones.
Burning Brakes
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From: Charlotte Michigan
replaced mine last year on my '93. I bought from two different places. They were all Spicers, but had to wait from the one place a truck parts company (FleetPride) that was a Spicer dealer and the other place was a drive shaft company, I think they are listed here on the forum. I don't know where the bills are, but they were expensive. What I have listed are the following:
5-3613X for main drive shaft. 2 required.
5-3615X for 1/2 shafts. 4 required.
2-70-18X bearing strap kit for drive shaft bearing 5-3613X. 2 required.
3-70-48X bearing strap kit for 1/2 shaft bearing 5-3615X. 4required.
It must be noted that the strap kits bolts are different threads, one is metric and the other is S.A.E. but can't remember which one.
5-3613X for main drive shaft. 2 required.
5-3615X for 1/2 shafts. 4 required.
2-70-18X bearing strap kit for drive shaft bearing 5-3613X. 2 required.
3-70-48X bearing strap kit for 1/2 shaft bearing 5-3615X. 4required.
It must be noted that the strap kits bolts are different threads, one is metric and the other is S.A.E. but can't remember which one.
Pro
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I just the drivers side and planned on the passengers side after the holiday. I don't think it will be a big deal. Besides, I read quite a few threads about this and seems like its always the drivers side that needs replaced. I replaced my bearing hub along with the ujoints since I had it all apart.
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both sides turn the same amount, why would only one side wear out.....
...Do both sides or you will be sorry later on....WW
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yeah, lets confuse everyone more then we usually do....
...WW
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