Driveshaft removal
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Driveshaft removal
It's been too long since I have "monkied" around under a Ford. I have been given a 1977 F-250 2wd automatic. It doesn't run (hence free); I need to transport it ~100mi. U-Haul (etc.) will not rent me a dolly or car carrier. I do not know anyone with a trailer/truck combo that will haul it for me without costing $250+. Thus, I conclude, I shall tow it with a tow-bar. The problem is, I can't remember how to disengage the drvieshaft, and I don't want any surprises when I get there. My two questions: (1) Do I need any specialized tool? (2) Is it relatively easy. (I seem to remember removing one on my 1970 F-100, but don't recall the details.)
Thanks for your help! And suggestions are welcomed!
Thanks for your help! And suggestions are welcomed!
Last edited by itsotmeel; Sep 24, 2005 at 11:06 AM. Reason: Poor Title
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yep.. just 4 bolts... and then it will slide right out of the tranny... however unless you want DEM cralling up your you know what.. you will also need to drain the transmission so as to not get any oil on the roadways... Just a thought...
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Remove the bolts that hold the rear U-joint. Disconnect the driveshaft. Wrap the U-Joint caps with duct tape so they won't fall off. Use baling wire or coat hanger wire and securely tie the driveshaft up and to one side. No need to remove the driveshaft. -No tranny leaks that way.
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Thanks for the answers to my question in "Driveshaft removal", folks. Here's the background, fyi. It's an Alabamian 1977 F-250 2wd automoatic with a 460 in it (from a Lincoln, I beleive), one owner. The rebuilt has 30K and the tranny has 5K. No rust, new tires, etc. One day, about 30 miles into a trip, the tranny started spitting fluid onto the wiring harness (this is what I've been told; I dont know if this seems probable or not: comments). The harness caught fire and the man put it out with dirt. (He wasn't towing anything at the time.) That was 1997; it's been sitting ever since (he bought a Dodge, poor guy). The other day, a mutual friend introduced us, I leanred of this truck, offered to buy it, he told me to come and get it (he makes too much money, I guess). I hope to spend some $ and make it into a nice reliable truck to get things done in, especially towing when I move. It has a tranny fluid cooler. If you care to comment, what do you think about that tranny spitting fluid? Thanks again!
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