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Old Aug 18, 2016 | 04:53 PM
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2004 explorer U-Joint question

So, I need to replace my u-joint, I've got the clips out, I've tried to press the heads of the U Joint out with a C-clamp, but no luck. anyone ever had to change one of these who can tell me what I'm doing wrong?
 
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I changed the u-joints on my 2004 Aviator. I used a 6 ton benchtop press though to remove the u-joints and a bench vice to install.

Are you using the "c-clamp" intended for u-joints or a standard c-clamp? It would be tough to get enough leverage on a standard c-clamp. Also, you have an open access for the one side to extend in to, correct?

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a 12 ton press is even better... You wont get there with a C- clamp on the newer model trucks..... That worked in 1960 --- not today.
 
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