Center Support/U joints... this autta be fun
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Center Support/U joints... this autta be fun
When finishing up the backup camera install today, I happened to grab ahold of the driveshaft and sure enough, that C.S. bearing is done.
I remember an old member down in san Diego, on the base, which basically would blast these things every year. He eventually found a good one which has/had lasted for awhile. So, think I'll go his route and give it a gander. Won't be until first of Feb.. Goin out of town this week, but here the link
https://www.iedls.com/?a=Our_Difference#Our Difference
I remember an old member down in san Diego, on the base, which basically would blast these things every year. He eventually found a good one which has/had lasted for awhile. So, think I'll go his route and give it a gander. Won't be until first of Feb.. Goin out of town this week, but here the link
https://www.iedls.com/?a=Our_Difference#Our Difference
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The center support ain't that tough. I replaced mine with a standard duty unit @ 170k.
The problem most have with durability is damaging either the bearing, housing, or shaft during install - or misalignment of the components creating an imbalance. Mark your shaft and flanges at all points - differential, u-joint yokes, center spline, and tranny/transfer case.
Make sure you have the right part for the application. Compare the new part carefully with the failed part, there are several ID and drop sizes. Carefully inspect all U-Joints, replace as necessary. The slinger can be reused if in good shape and not supplied.
The center bearing unit is a press fit - get it pressed on the shaft properly, don't just bang it in place. Reassemble the shaft taking care to align all according to your marks. When you reinstall the shaft make sure to lube the splines. If you have used care not to damage the dust boot it will only require a new clamp.
Like most things this is a simple job if you pay attention to your work!
2002 Two Piece Driveshaft.pdf
2002 Driveshaft Center Support.pdf
The problem most have with durability is damaging either the bearing, housing, or shaft during install - or misalignment of the components creating an imbalance. Mark your shaft and flanges at all points - differential, u-joint yokes, center spline, and tranny/transfer case.
Make sure you have the right part for the application. Compare the new part carefully with the failed part, there are several ID and drop sizes. Carefully inspect all U-Joints, replace as necessary. The slinger can be reused if in good shape and not supplied.
The center bearing unit is a press fit - get it pressed on the shaft properly, don't just bang it in place. Reassemble the shaft taking care to align all according to your marks. When you reinstall the shaft make sure to lube the splines. If you have used care not to damage the dust boot it will only require a new clamp.
Like most things this is a simple job if you pay attention to your work!
2002 Two Piece Driveshaft.pdf
2002 Driveshaft Center Support.pdf
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No worries Chet... Ended up hitting a driveline shop here in Placentia. The guy didn't have much to say about the product in question. It's a hit/miss with polyurethane type carrier bearings.
. He did say though, a new type carrier is hitting the market. Something asking the lines of it being called an "anchor". He real optimistic about it. He also said, he wouldn't touch my ride in doing a one piece driveshaft... He hasn't been in business for 50yrs, if not knowing something..😉
. He did say though, a new type carrier is hitting the market. Something asking the lines of it being called an "anchor". He real optimistic about it. He also said, he wouldn't touch my ride in doing a one piece driveshaft... He hasn't been in business for 50yrs, if not knowing something..😉
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A one piece driveshaft is not going to work on a Superduty for long. There is a reason for the two piece and center support.
BTW - What year and wheelbase is your truck?
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Yeah horse.. Dude was cool and was very forthcoming with everything and answering questions. My buddy had used him v for a looong time with his racecar stuff, so I new he knew a few things and not, just to make a buck.
The trucks' a 2wd supercad std bed. He mentioned in order for it to work, it would be to be a 5" aluminum shaft, and even then, that "slip" design, I think he said, want it there. He also had on display from a customer, a driveline that was metal, and too long for application. Ended up doing a jumprope effect and ripped/twisted in two
The trucks' a 2wd supercad std bed. He mentioned in order for it to work, it would be to be a 5" aluminum shaft, and even then, that "slip" design, I think he said, want it there. He also had on display from a customer, a driveline that was metal, and too long for application. Ended up doing a jumprope effect and ripped/twisted in two
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Alright Tim, glad you got it done. I think it was a place in Texas that was doing the one piece drive shafts. Not sure I would want one either. But I haven't heard any complaints on those who got one. Another time. Maybe we can get Brad to come down and see his truck. Like to have a ride in it with his new set up. T4 and turbo and 200/80 sticks.
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Alright Tim, glad you got it done. I think it was a place in Texas that was doing the one piece drive shafts. Not sure I would want one either. But I haven't heard any complaints on those who got one. Another time. Maybe we can get Brad to come down and see his truck. Like to have a ride in it with his new set up. T4 and turbo and 200/80 sticks.
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Why is the single piece such a bad thing? I am not doubting your knowledge or experience, just trying to learn.
EDIT: Perhaps I am not fully understanding the difference between a 1, 2 and 3 piece drive shaft after doing some reading online. I know that I DO NOT have have center/carrier bearing, but perhaps my drive shaft is not a 1 piece, but a 2 piece with a slip joint toward the rear.
The truck in this video is not mine, but this is the same drive shaft I have on my truck. There is no carrier/center bearing, but the drive shaft itself is 2 pieces. So, do you fellas with carrier/center bearings actually have 3 piece drive shafts?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wnHBMqHTxjU
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