92 universals
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92 universals
Judging from the clunk when I go out of park and from first to second, I think it is time for universal replacement. I have done this job before but not on the Aero. Anybody got any tips or pointers? Thanks.
Tony
Tony
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Put a pan under the rear of the tranny when you pull the shaft. There will be some ATF coming out the rear as soon as you pull the shaft.
If you don't have a press, use a big C-clamp to press out the U-joints.
If you don't have a press, use a big C-clamp to press out the U-joints.
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If you can handle the downtime, it would be a good opportunity to get the driveshaft balance checked. The shop can install the U-joints too if you want.
Aero driveshafts are aluminum so you need a drive shop that works with them 'cause the only way to add weights is to weld or glue them on. Welding aluminum is a specialty.
A unbalanced driveshaft can cause vibrations while driving.
Aero driveshafts are aluminum so you need a drive shop that works with them 'cause the only way to add weights is to weld or glue them on. Welding aluminum is a specialty.
A unbalanced driveshaft can cause vibrations while driving.
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center punch mark the driveline to pinion end alignment...can get 180d off from original
i would have a shop with dynamic balancing dl equipment put the new u joints in....so critical for long life of u joint, auto tranny rear and pinion bearings...if not...be sure to seat cups against ring locks by rubber mallet wack on cup mount rings
i would have a shop with dynamic balancing dl equipment put the new u joints in....so critical for long life of u joint, auto tranny rear and pinion bearings...if not...be sure to seat cups against ring locks by rubber mallet wack on cup mount rings
