hey guys i need detailed instructions on how to fix a front left universal joint on a 88 ford bronco fullsize

 

The procedure is outlined in either the Haynes or Chilton repair manuals, which you can get for under $20 at most auto parts stores. You basically remove the wheel, hub and spindle, and pull the axleshaft out, then you can get the u-joint apart.

 

no big deal how are your ball joints you will be half way there same with wheel bearings and spindle bearings. don't forget to use plenty of antiseize when putting the hub back on good luck

 

o k pay attention.
jack up front left of vehichle.
remove tire.
remove brake caliper and tie out of the way.
remove hub assembly
remove rotor.
remove the 6 or 8 bolts that hold the spindle to the steering knuckles
now you need to remove the spindle, this is a pain in the neck because it will be rusted in pretty good. you need to hammer it out with a soft hammer or a block of would and a heavey hammer. it will take some working at so dont get discouraged. DO NOT HIT THE SPINDLE WITH A METAL HAMMER DIRECTLY OR YOU WILL BREAK IT OR KNOCK THE TEMPER OUT OF THE STEEL.
once you have the spindle out you can pull the axel out and press in your new u joint.

now you can put it back together, just make sure all mating surfaces are clean and rust free and use some anti seize so if you need to do the job again down the road it will not be as difficult to remove the spindle.

now that you are an expert goto the other side and replacethe same. if your front end is loose now is the time to replace the upper and lower ball joints. and clean and repack the wheel bearings. and replace the grease seals on the rotors.

good luck and i hpoe this info helps you out. depending on how much of a problem the spindle removal is it should take you 2 to 4 hours for the first side and 1 to 2 hours for the other.