Propeller shaft bearings
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Propeller shaft bearings
I am about to have my auto trans rebuilt at a shop' When they remove the trans, does the propeller shaft get pulled at the same time?
If it does I would like to have those bearings changed . Where can I find the bearings for that shaft?
If it does I would like to have those bearings changed . Where can I find the bearings for that shaft?
Le Mans Master
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Yes, the torque tube, which contains the shaft, is removed as part of removing the transmission.
Kits are available to rebuild, but there is a difference based on model year so be sure you order correctly.
Kits are available to rebuild, but there is a difference based on model year so be sure you order correctly.
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No, the diff and transmission come out first, the torque tube can remain without having to come out. You can pull the whole drivetrain as a unit as seen in my avatar but for a tranny repair it's not necessary
Last edited by feeder82; Apr 22, 2022 at 02:25 PM.
Le Mans Master
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I don't see how or why you would want to pull the trans without the torque tube. that seems much more difficult than it's worth. realignment on install also seems like it would be challenging.
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I'm unsure how different torque tube installation is between manual and auto, but at least for manual I prefer torque tube first because it's easier to stab the TT input shaft into the clutch & pilot bearing and feel how it enters (so as to avoid damaging anything). Aligning the trans to TT with the TT installed first is inconsequential, IMO. [again, for manual, and I'm not fully aware how different it is for auto]
Le Mans Master
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I'm unsure how different torque tube installation is between manual and auto, but at least for manual I prefer torque tube first because it's easier to stab the TT input shaft into the clutch & pilot bearing and feel how it enters (so as to avoid damaging anything). Aligning the trans to TT with the TT installed first is inconsequential, IMO. [again, for manual, and I'm not fully aware how different it is for auto]
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Lyle has what you need!
https://www.corvettepartscenter.com/...te-torque-tube
I bought my TT bearings & couplers from him and he did me right
https://www.corvettepartscenter.com/...te-torque-tube
I bought my TT bearings & couplers from him and he did me right
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You have to separate the transmission off the torque tube to rebuild the transmission. So, if I was the shop I'd leave the torque tube in the car unless the owner is paying me to work on it as well.
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This would be the right time to consider a converter upgrade. Just say’n