steering shaft u-joint

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Oct 12, 2003 | 08:59 PM

johnsonacres

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From: south central

steering shaft u-joint

My 71' f-250 4x4 has play in the steering shaft u-joint. How hard is it to replace? I've done regular u-joints but I don't see any clips or bolts on this set-up.

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Oct 18, 2003 | 12:11 AM

460EFIhighboy

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I do not believe it is serviceable. I changed the whole shaft to aftermarket when mine went bad.

Oct 18, 2003 | 10:32 AM

jor

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Are you sure the play is not in the rag joint? They are inexpensive and not difficult to repair. (not my own experience but lots of posts on this subject). Good luck.
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Oct 19, 2003 | 11:01 PM

460EFIhighboy

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No rag joint on a F-250 4x4. they used a u-joint. Good thought though.

Jan 16, 2004 | 06:32 PM

orich

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From: **** hole San Jose ca.

I replace mind 23 yrs ago,But first you need to find a replacement
.there is 1/2 moon clips inside. I'm was still good but the yoke slip joint was bad. So, I ended up getting after market $$$ ONE. There is a grease nipple on it. If greased will last a long time, Check steeling box for play. It can be adjusted to tighten it up. Maybe you can get one from a Drive line rebuilder.
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