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Nov 8, 2001 | 08:21 PM

78bigunns

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Hey fellas. I am replacing the u-joint at the end of my column that couples up to the arm down to my pump. Here is my question, I found a place who sells the part I need, they also have the u-joint with the shaft already hooked up for about $100 more. After unbolting the u-joint up top, and the shaft from the pump below, how do I separate u-joint from the shaft? I see no bolts or allen screws or whatever. It is on so tight and I don't want to bend this shaft. Should I heat with a torch and try to knock it off? I think I am overlooking something here. Please advise me guys.

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Nov 9, 2001 | 03:11 PM

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78,
I'll assume you have a 2WD. I'll assume your calling the U-joint the flexible connector that looks like its made out of an old tire. This requires no torching. First remove the two bolts that hold the flexible connector together. There are locking bolts on both the upper(column) and lower(gearbox)ends. Remove them. I believe they're 12 point 7/16 heads? Get a large screwdriver and gently work the fitting off the gearbox. The end on the column stays and the new connector bolts to that. Am I way off base?
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Nov 11, 2001 | 05:52 PM

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Hey there. I looked it up on a parts site and got pic. THis looks alot like mine. I see where I can unbolt it from the end on the steering wheel, but the shaft end confuses me. I will try and upload this picture maybe that will help. Thanks.
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Nov 11, 2001 | 06:39 PM

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Let's confirm that you have a 4wd which is what it looks like from the part pic you uploaded. If so, the lower portion of the u-joint yoke is usually welded on to the lower shaft. The other end of the yoke usually has a bolt in it to tighten it on the shaft. It would be helpful to see a picture of what you have.

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Nov 12, 2001 | 08:42 PM

greenhighboy

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The end of the shaft should have slines holding the yoke, and should knock off.I have replaced these on three trucks and used spicer yokes and u-joints and is a perfect fit with no modifications.The spicer parts are alot bigger and are greasable and only cost $30-$35.I don't have any part numbers right now but can get them tomorow.

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Nov 13, 2001 | 02:34 PM

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Those numbers and availability would be appreciated, Dennis. A friend just bought a 77 F250 4x4 and needs that same steering ujoint. mike

Nov 13, 2001 | 06:11 PM

78bigunns

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Stockman, it's a four wheel drive, that pic I posted is off a site that sells strictly Ford parts for trucks in the 70's. They say that is the joint for sure. What is the best way to break the shaft loose without busting ny shaft? I can order the shaft and joint together but it will push my budget. Wanted to try an do this before Thanksgiving, will be drivin' around. Can't find this in junkyards around here, is there a good place to get them aftermarket in Virginia? The place I found is in Michigan, right now that is my only hope. Thanks fellas, BLair