front U joint replacement
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front U joint replacement
hi! my front drivers u joint is bad.whenever the hub is locked and i turn the wheel binds and locks up.
my question is, how do i replace these things? is it harder then on the driveshaft? any picture step by step guides?
TIA!
my question is, how do i replace these things? is it harder then on the driveshaft? any picture step by step guides?
TIA!
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From: Ottawa, Ontario
You have to dismantle the hub and remove the spindle so you can pull the axle shaft out, you'll need a special axle bearing nut socket which is available at auto parts stores usually plus a handfull of common hand tools. If yo don't have a service manual now is the time to get one.
