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Old Oct 13, 2002 | 01:52 AM
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What is this thingamabobber??
Ok, On my 74 F100 4x4 behind the transfer-case there is a driveshaft that goes to a crossmember with a big U-shaped strap that houses a rubber disc with the other end of the driveshaft that rides on a bearing in this disc. the other end of the driveshaft connects to this then goes to the pumpkin. Now when I push or pull on the front-rear driveshaft if moves quite a bit and the rubber seems to be in pretty bad shape. I am guessing that this is bad and now, what do you call it. Very confusing description I know. thanx
 
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Old Oct 13, 2002 | 02:53 AM
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What is this thingamabobber??
[updated:LAST EDITED ON 13-Oct-02 AT 03:55 AM (EST)]sounds like a watch-uh-ma-call-it. ??? kinda coupling ???
 
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Old Oct 13, 2002 | 03:37 AM
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What is this thingamabobber??
I believe you're describing the carrier bearing. The rubber around them is usually in poor shape. If it's real bad you'll need to replace it.
 
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Old Oct 13, 2002 | 02:02 PM
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What is this thingamabobber??
http://www.partsamerica.com/product_images/AAP/BCA/BEARINGS/00094A.jpg

Is this it? It's about $22.00 at the parts store.
 
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Old Oct 13, 2002 | 10:09 PM
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What is this thingamabobber??
Also called a hanger bearing, I believe.
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Old Oct 13, 2002 | 10:41 PM
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What is this thingamabobber??
It's the drive shaft steady bearing, very easy to change and fairly cheap
 
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Old Oct 14, 2002 | 01:32 AM
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What is this thingamabobber??
Driveshaft Carrier Bearing, cheap at any good parts store, and easy to put in.











 
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What is this thingamabobber??
Thanx guys.
 
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