U joints.
02-01-2007, 10:20 PM
#31
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Re: U joints.
On Feb 1, 9:14 pm, "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote:
> On Feb 1, 9:07 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
> > How about the rust? I would go ahead and replace 'em anyway if you don't
> > know when they were last replaced.
>
> > Carl
>
> > "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> >news:1170385245.953781.269690@a34g2000cwb.googleg roups.com...
>
> > > On Feb 1, 8:53 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
> > >> I do not know if they cross between the 84-86 XJ's and later models, but
> > >> AFAIK the rear u-joints, front u-joints and front axle u-joints are all
> > >> the
> > >> same part number for 87-01 XJ's, all YJ's and TJ's. (D35 axle).
>
> > >> Carl
>
> > >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> > >>news:1170382833.533061.151470@q2g2000cwa.googleg roups.com...
>
> > >> > On Feb 1, 7:49 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
> > >> >> Greg,
>
> > >> >> Unexplained vibes is a big indicator. Block the wheels and climb under
> > >> >> there. Rotate the shaft back and fourth and look for slop in the
> > >> >> joints.
> > >> >> It's $10 for two new joints and takes around 10-15 minutes to change
> > >> >> for
> > >> >> an
> > >> >> experianced person, 45 for a first-timer. They probably need it.
>
> > >> >> Carl
>
> > >> >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> > >> >>news:1170380310.286088.65610@q2g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
>
> > >> >> > How can I tell when I need to replace my rear u joint on my 95 YJ?
> > >> >> > Any
> > >> >> > visible signs? I am noticing some unexplained vibration.
>
> > >> >> > Thanks,
>
> > >> >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> > >> >> - Show quoted text -
>
> > >> > Hi Carl. Thanks for the advice. Makes sense. My other question is
> > >> > then, I just bought an 86 XJ and with it the guy threw in 4 brand new
> > >> > u joints!! Are they universal to Jeeps, say YJ to XJ ?
>
> > >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> > >> - Show quoted text -
>
> > > Well I just went out and climed under it. No noticeable play but that
> > > doesn't mean that there isn't any right?
>
> > > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> > - Show quoted text -
>
> No rust seeping that I saw, it appeared very dry. I am getting some
> vibration thru the steering wheel and shifter. When I depress the
> clutch or let off the gas, it stops. It seems to be getting worse. I
> thought maybe the u joints, but maybe a slipping clutch? I don't know,
> guess I'll have to take it to my mechanic. I really hate doing that!
> It has a 5 speed and about 80k miles on it.
>
> Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Should my Jeep be in gear when I perform this test?
Greg
> On Feb 1, 9:07 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
> > How about the rust? I would go ahead and replace 'em anyway if you don't
> > know when they were last replaced.
>
> > Carl
>
> > "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> >news:1170385245.953781.269690@a34g2000cwb.googleg roups.com...
>
> > > On Feb 1, 8:53 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
> > >> I do not know if they cross between the 84-86 XJ's and later models, but
> > >> AFAIK the rear u-joints, front u-joints and front axle u-joints are all
> > >> the
> > >> same part number for 87-01 XJ's, all YJ's and TJ's. (D35 axle).
>
> > >> Carl
>
> > >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> > >>news:1170382833.533061.151470@q2g2000cwa.googleg roups.com...
>
> > >> > On Feb 1, 7:49 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
> > >> >> Greg,
>
> > >> >> Unexplained vibes is a big indicator. Block the wheels and climb under
> > >> >> there. Rotate the shaft back and fourth and look for slop in the
> > >> >> joints.
> > >> >> It's $10 for two new joints and takes around 10-15 minutes to change
> > >> >> for
> > >> >> an
> > >> >> experianced person, 45 for a first-timer. They probably need it.
>
> > >> >> Carl
>
> > >> >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> > >> >>news:1170380310.286088.65610@q2g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
>
> > >> >> > How can I tell when I need to replace my rear u joint on my 95 YJ?
> > >> >> > Any
> > >> >> > visible signs? I am noticing some unexplained vibration.
>
> > >> >> > Thanks,
>
> > >> >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> > >> >> - Show quoted text -
>
> > >> > Hi Carl. Thanks for the advice. Makes sense. My other question is
> > >> > then, I just bought an 86 XJ and with it the guy threw in 4 brand new
> > >> > u joints!! Are they universal to Jeeps, say YJ to XJ ?
>
> > >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> > >> - Show quoted text -
>
> > > Well I just went out and climed under it. No noticeable play but that
> > > doesn't mean that there isn't any right?
>
> > > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> > - Show quoted text -
>
> No rust seeping that I saw, it appeared very dry. I am getting some
> vibration thru the steering wheel and shifter. When I depress the
> clutch or let off the gas, it stops. It seems to be getting worse. I
> thought maybe the u joints, but maybe a slipping clutch? I don't know,
> guess I'll have to take it to my mechanic. I really hate doing that!
> It has a 5 speed and about 80k miles on it.
>
> Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Should my Jeep be in gear when I perform this test?
Greg
02-01-2007, 10:20 PM
#32
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Re: U joints.
On Feb 1, 9:14 pm, "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote:
> On Feb 1, 9:07 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
> > How about the rust? I would go ahead and replace 'em anyway if you don't
> > know when they were last replaced.
>
> > Carl
>
> > "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> >news:1170385245.953781.269690@a34g2000cwb.googleg roups.com...
>
> > > On Feb 1, 8:53 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
> > >> I do not know if they cross between the 84-86 XJ's and later models, but
> > >> AFAIK the rear u-joints, front u-joints and front axle u-joints are all
> > >> the
> > >> same part number for 87-01 XJ's, all YJ's and TJ's. (D35 axle).
>
> > >> Carl
>
> > >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> > >>news:1170382833.533061.151470@q2g2000cwa.googleg roups.com...
>
> > >> > On Feb 1, 7:49 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
> > >> >> Greg,
>
> > >> >> Unexplained vibes is a big indicator. Block the wheels and climb under
> > >> >> there. Rotate the shaft back and fourth and look for slop in the
> > >> >> joints.
> > >> >> It's $10 for two new joints and takes around 10-15 minutes to change
> > >> >> for
> > >> >> an
> > >> >> experianced person, 45 for a first-timer. They probably need it.
>
> > >> >> Carl
>
> > >> >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> > >> >>news:1170380310.286088.65610@q2g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
>
> > >> >> > How can I tell when I need to replace my rear u joint on my 95 YJ?
> > >> >> > Any
> > >> >> > visible signs? I am noticing some unexplained vibration.
>
> > >> >> > Thanks,
>
> > >> >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> > >> >> - Show quoted text -
>
> > >> > Hi Carl. Thanks for the advice. Makes sense. My other question is
> > >> > then, I just bought an 86 XJ and with it the guy threw in 4 brand new
> > >> > u joints!! Are they universal to Jeeps, say YJ to XJ ?
>
> > >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> > >> - Show quoted text -
>
> > > Well I just went out and climed under it. No noticeable play but that
> > > doesn't mean that there isn't any right?
>
> > > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> > - Show quoted text -
>
> No rust seeping that I saw, it appeared very dry. I am getting some
> vibration thru the steering wheel and shifter. When I depress the
> clutch or let off the gas, it stops. It seems to be getting worse. I
> thought maybe the u joints, but maybe a slipping clutch? I don't know,
> guess I'll have to take it to my mechanic. I really hate doing that!
> It has a 5 speed and about 80k miles on it.
>
> Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Should my Jeep be in gear when I perform this test?
Greg
> On Feb 1, 9:07 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
> > How about the rust? I would go ahead and replace 'em anyway if you don't
> > know when they were last replaced.
>
> > Carl
>
> > "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> >news:1170385245.953781.269690@a34g2000cwb.googleg roups.com...
>
> > > On Feb 1, 8:53 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
> > >> I do not know if they cross between the 84-86 XJ's and later models, but
> > >> AFAIK the rear u-joints, front u-joints and front axle u-joints are all
> > >> the
> > >> same part number for 87-01 XJ's, all YJ's and TJ's. (D35 axle).
>
> > >> Carl
>
> > >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> > >>news:1170382833.533061.151470@q2g2000cwa.googleg roups.com...
>
> > >> > On Feb 1, 7:49 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
> > >> >> Greg,
>
> > >> >> Unexplained vibes is a big indicator. Block the wheels and climb under
> > >> >> there. Rotate the shaft back and fourth and look for slop in the
> > >> >> joints.
> > >> >> It's $10 for two new joints and takes around 10-15 minutes to change
> > >> >> for
> > >> >> an
> > >> >> experianced person, 45 for a first-timer. They probably need it.
>
> > >> >> Carl
>
> > >> >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> > >> >>news:1170380310.286088.65610@q2g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
>
> > >> >> > How can I tell when I need to replace my rear u joint on my 95 YJ?
> > >> >> > Any
> > >> >> > visible signs? I am noticing some unexplained vibration.
>
> > >> >> > Thanks,
>
> > >> >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> > >> >> - Show quoted text -
>
> > >> > Hi Carl. Thanks for the advice. Makes sense. My other question is
> > >> > then, I just bought an 86 XJ and with it the guy threw in 4 brand new
> > >> > u joints!! Are they universal to Jeeps, say YJ to XJ ?
>
> > >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> > >> - Show quoted text -
>
> > > Well I just went out and climed under it. No noticeable play but that
> > > doesn't mean that there isn't any right?
>
> > > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> > - Show quoted text -
>
> No rust seeping that I saw, it appeared very dry. I am getting some
> vibration thru the steering wheel and shifter. When I depress the
> clutch or let off the gas, it stops. It seems to be getting worse. I
> thought maybe the u joints, but maybe a slipping clutch? I don't know,
> guess I'll have to take it to my mechanic. I really hate doing that!
> It has a 5 speed and about 80k miles on it.
>
> Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Should my Jeep be in gear when I perform this test?
Greg
02-01-2007, 10:20 PM
#33
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Posts: n/a
Re: U joints.
On Feb 1, 9:14 pm, "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote:
> On Feb 1, 9:07 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
> > How about the rust? I would go ahead and replace 'em anyway if you don't
> > know when they were last replaced.
>
> > Carl
>
> > "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> >news:1170385245.953781.269690@a34g2000cwb.googleg roups.com...
>
> > > On Feb 1, 8:53 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
> > >> I do not know if they cross between the 84-86 XJ's and later models, but
> > >> AFAIK the rear u-joints, front u-joints and front axle u-joints are all
> > >> the
> > >> same part number for 87-01 XJ's, all YJ's and TJ's. (D35 axle).
>
> > >> Carl
>
> > >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> > >>news:1170382833.533061.151470@q2g2000cwa.googleg roups.com...
>
> > >> > On Feb 1, 7:49 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
> > >> >> Greg,
>
> > >> >> Unexplained vibes is a big indicator. Block the wheels and climb under
> > >> >> there. Rotate the shaft back and fourth and look for slop in the
> > >> >> joints.
> > >> >> It's $10 for two new joints and takes around 10-15 minutes to change
> > >> >> for
> > >> >> an
> > >> >> experianced person, 45 for a first-timer. They probably need it.
>
> > >> >> Carl
>
> > >> >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> > >> >>news:1170380310.286088.65610@q2g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
>
> > >> >> > How can I tell when I need to replace my rear u joint on my 95 YJ?
> > >> >> > Any
> > >> >> > visible signs? I am noticing some unexplained vibration.
>
> > >> >> > Thanks,
>
> > >> >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> > >> >> - Show quoted text -
>
> > >> > Hi Carl. Thanks for the advice. Makes sense. My other question is
> > >> > then, I just bought an 86 XJ and with it the guy threw in 4 brand new
> > >> > u joints!! Are they universal to Jeeps, say YJ to XJ ?
>
> > >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> > >> - Show quoted text -
>
> > > Well I just went out and climed under it. No noticeable play but that
> > > doesn't mean that there isn't any right?
>
> > > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> > - Show quoted text -
>
> No rust seeping that I saw, it appeared very dry. I am getting some
> vibration thru the steering wheel and shifter. When I depress the
> clutch or let off the gas, it stops. It seems to be getting worse. I
> thought maybe the u joints, but maybe a slipping clutch? I don't know,
> guess I'll have to take it to my mechanic. I really hate doing that!
> It has a 5 speed and about 80k miles on it.
>
> Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Should my Jeep be in gear when I perform this test?
Greg
> On Feb 1, 9:07 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
> > How about the rust? I would go ahead and replace 'em anyway if you don't
> > know when they were last replaced.
>
> > Carl
>
> > "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> >news:1170385245.953781.269690@a34g2000cwb.googleg roups.com...
>
> > > On Feb 1, 8:53 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
> > >> I do not know if they cross between the 84-86 XJ's and later models, but
> > >> AFAIK the rear u-joints, front u-joints and front axle u-joints are all
> > >> the
> > >> same part number for 87-01 XJ's, all YJ's and TJ's. (D35 axle).
>
> > >> Carl
>
> > >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> > >>news:1170382833.533061.151470@q2g2000cwa.googleg roups.com...
>
> > >> > On Feb 1, 7:49 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
> > >> >> Greg,
>
> > >> >> Unexplained vibes is a big indicator. Block the wheels and climb under
> > >> >> there. Rotate the shaft back and fourth and look for slop in the
> > >> >> joints.
> > >> >> It's $10 for two new joints and takes around 10-15 minutes to change
> > >> >> for
> > >> >> an
> > >> >> experianced person, 45 for a first-timer. They probably need it.
>
> > >> >> Carl
>
> > >> >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> > >> >>news:1170380310.286088.65610@q2g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
>
> > >> >> > How can I tell when I need to replace my rear u joint on my 95 YJ?
> > >> >> > Any
> > >> >> > visible signs? I am noticing some unexplained vibration.
>
> > >> >> > Thanks,
>
> > >> >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> > >> >> - Show quoted text -
>
> > >> > Hi Carl. Thanks for the advice. Makes sense. My other question is
> > >> > then, I just bought an 86 XJ and with it the guy threw in 4 brand new
> > >> > u joints!! Are they universal to Jeeps, say YJ to XJ ?
>
> > >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> > >> - Show quoted text -
>
> > > Well I just went out and climed under it. No noticeable play but that
> > > doesn't mean that there isn't any right?
>
> > > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> > - Show quoted text -
>
> No rust seeping that I saw, it appeared very dry. I am getting some
> vibration thru the steering wheel and shifter. When I depress the
> clutch or let off the gas, it stops. It seems to be getting worse. I
> thought maybe the u joints, but maybe a slipping clutch? I don't know,
> guess I'll have to take it to my mechanic. I really hate doing that!
> It has a 5 speed and about 80k miles on it.
>
> Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Should my Jeep be in gear when I perform this test?
Greg
02-01-2007, 10:27 PM
#34
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Re: U joints.
Yes, the jeep should be in gear. Check out your front end and tire balance
if you are getting a steering wheel vibe.
Carl
"jerryg" <Gregginn7@msn.com> wrote in message
news:1170386450.971974.313420@j27g2000cwj.googlegr oups.com...
> On Feb 1, 9:14 pm, "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote:
>> On Feb 1, 9:07 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> > How about the rust? I would go ahead and replace 'em anyway if you
>> > don't
>> > know when they were last replaced.
>>
>> > Carl
>>
>> > "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>>
>> >news:1170385245.953781.269690@a34g2000cwb.googleg roups.com...
>>
>> > > On Feb 1, 8:53 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>> > >> I do not know if they cross between the 84-86 XJ's and later models,
>> > >> but
>> > >> AFAIK the rear u-joints, front u-joints and front axle u-joints are
>> > >> all
>> > >> the
>> > >> same part number for 87-01 XJ's, all YJ's and TJ's. (D35 axle).
>>
>> > >> Carl
>>
>> > >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>>
>> > >>news:1170382833.533061.151470@q2g2000cwa.googleg roups.com...
>>
>> > >> > On Feb 1, 7:49 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>> > >> >> Greg,
>>
>> > >> >> Unexplained vibes is a big indicator. Block the wheels and climb
>> > >> >> under
>> > >> >> there. Rotate the shaft back and fourth and look for slop in the
>> > >> >> joints.
>> > >> >> It's $10 for two new joints and takes around 10-15 minutes to
>> > >> >> change
>> > >> >> for
>> > >> >> an
>> > >> >> experianced person, 45 for a first-timer. They probably need it.
>>
>> > >> >> Carl
>>
>> > >> >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>>
>> > >> >>news:1170380310.286088.65610@q2g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
>>
>> > >> >> > How can I tell when I need to replace my rear u joint on my 95
>> > >> >> > YJ?
>> > >> >> > Any
>> > >> >> > visible signs? I am noticing some unexplained vibration.
>>
>> > >> >> > Thanks,
>>
>> > >> >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> > >> >> - Show quoted text -
>>
>> > >> > Hi Carl. Thanks for the advice. Makes sense. My other question is
>> > >> > then, I just bought an 86 XJ and with it the guy threw in 4 brand
>> > >> > new
>> > >> > u joints!! Are they universal to Jeeps, say YJ to XJ ?
>>
>> > >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> > >> - Show quoted text -
>>
>> > > Well I just went out and climed under it. No noticeable play but that
>> > > doesn't mean that there isn't any right?
>>
>> > > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> > - Show quoted text -
>>
>> No rust seeping that I saw, it appeared very dry. I am getting some
>> vibration thru the steering wheel and shifter. When I depress the
>> clutch or let off the gas, it stops. It seems to be getting worse. I
>> thought maybe the u joints, but maybe a slipping clutch? I don't know,
>> guess I'll have to take it to my mechanic. I really hate doing that!
>> It has a 5 speed and about 80k miles on it.
>>
>> Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> - Show quoted text -
>
> Should my Jeep be in gear when I perform this test?
>
> Greg
>
if you are getting a steering wheel vibe.
Carl
"jerryg" <Gregginn7@msn.com> wrote in message
news:1170386450.971974.313420@j27g2000cwj.googlegr oups.com...
> On Feb 1, 9:14 pm, "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote:
>> On Feb 1, 9:07 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> > How about the rust? I would go ahead and replace 'em anyway if you
>> > don't
>> > know when they were last replaced.
>>
>> > Carl
>>
>> > "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>>
>> >news:1170385245.953781.269690@a34g2000cwb.googleg roups.com...
>>
>> > > On Feb 1, 8:53 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>> > >> I do not know if they cross between the 84-86 XJ's and later models,
>> > >> but
>> > >> AFAIK the rear u-joints, front u-joints and front axle u-joints are
>> > >> all
>> > >> the
>> > >> same part number for 87-01 XJ's, all YJ's and TJ's. (D35 axle).
>>
>> > >> Carl
>>
>> > >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>>
>> > >>news:1170382833.533061.151470@q2g2000cwa.googleg roups.com...
>>
>> > >> > On Feb 1, 7:49 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>> > >> >> Greg,
>>
>> > >> >> Unexplained vibes is a big indicator. Block the wheels and climb
>> > >> >> under
>> > >> >> there. Rotate the shaft back and fourth and look for slop in the
>> > >> >> joints.
>> > >> >> It's $10 for two new joints and takes around 10-15 minutes to
>> > >> >> change
>> > >> >> for
>> > >> >> an
>> > >> >> experianced person, 45 for a first-timer. They probably need it.
>>
>> > >> >> Carl
>>
>> > >> >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>>
>> > >> >>news:1170380310.286088.65610@q2g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
>>
>> > >> >> > How can I tell when I need to replace my rear u joint on my 95
>> > >> >> > YJ?
>> > >> >> > Any
>> > >> >> > visible signs? I am noticing some unexplained vibration.
>>
>> > >> >> > Thanks,
>>
>> > >> >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> > >> >> - Show quoted text -
>>
>> > >> > Hi Carl. Thanks for the advice. Makes sense. My other question is
>> > >> > then, I just bought an 86 XJ and with it the guy threw in 4 brand
>> > >> > new
>> > >> > u joints!! Are they universal to Jeeps, say YJ to XJ ?
>>
>> > >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> > >> - Show quoted text -
>>
>> > > Well I just went out and climed under it. No noticeable play but that
>> > > doesn't mean that there isn't any right?
>>
>> > > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> > - Show quoted text -
>>
>> No rust seeping that I saw, it appeared very dry. I am getting some
>> vibration thru the steering wheel and shifter. When I depress the
>> clutch or let off the gas, it stops. It seems to be getting worse. I
>> thought maybe the u joints, but maybe a slipping clutch? I don't know,
>> guess I'll have to take it to my mechanic. I really hate doing that!
>> It has a 5 speed and about 80k miles on it.
>>
>> Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> - Show quoted text -
>
> Should my Jeep be in gear when I perform this test?
>
> Greg
>
02-01-2007, 10:27 PM
#35
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Re: U joints.
Yes, the jeep should be in gear. Check out your front end and tire balance
if you are getting a steering wheel vibe.
Carl
"jerryg" <Gregginn7@msn.com> wrote in message
news:1170386450.971974.313420@j27g2000cwj.googlegr oups.com...
> On Feb 1, 9:14 pm, "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote:
>> On Feb 1, 9:07 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> > How about the rust? I would go ahead and replace 'em anyway if you
>> > don't
>> > know when they were last replaced.
>>
>> > Carl
>>
>> > "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>>
>> >news:1170385245.953781.269690@a34g2000cwb.googleg roups.com...
>>
>> > > On Feb 1, 8:53 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>> > >> I do not know if they cross between the 84-86 XJ's and later models,
>> > >> but
>> > >> AFAIK the rear u-joints, front u-joints and front axle u-joints are
>> > >> all
>> > >> the
>> > >> same part number for 87-01 XJ's, all YJ's and TJ's. (D35 axle).
>>
>> > >> Carl
>>
>> > >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>>
>> > >>news:1170382833.533061.151470@q2g2000cwa.googleg roups.com...
>>
>> > >> > On Feb 1, 7:49 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>> > >> >> Greg,
>>
>> > >> >> Unexplained vibes is a big indicator. Block the wheels and climb
>> > >> >> under
>> > >> >> there. Rotate the shaft back and fourth and look for slop in the
>> > >> >> joints.
>> > >> >> It's $10 for two new joints and takes around 10-15 minutes to
>> > >> >> change
>> > >> >> for
>> > >> >> an
>> > >> >> experianced person, 45 for a first-timer. They probably need it.
>>
>> > >> >> Carl
>>
>> > >> >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>>
>> > >> >>news:1170380310.286088.65610@q2g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
>>
>> > >> >> > How can I tell when I need to replace my rear u joint on my 95
>> > >> >> > YJ?
>> > >> >> > Any
>> > >> >> > visible signs? I am noticing some unexplained vibration.
>>
>> > >> >> > Thanks,
>>
>> > >> >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> > >> >> - Show quoted text -
>>
>> > >> > Hi Carl. Thanks for the advice. Makes sense. My other question is
>> > >> > then, I just bought an 86 XJ and with it the guy threw in 4 brand
>> > >> > new
>> > >> > u joints!! Are they universal to Jeeps, say YJ to XJ ?
>>
>> > >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> > >> - Show quoted text -
>>
>> > > Well I just went out and climed under it. No noticeable play but that
>> > > doesn't mean that there isn't any right?
>>
>> > > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> > - Show quoted text -
>>
>> No rust seeping that I saw, it appeared very dry. I am getting some
>> vibration thru the steering wheel and shifter. When I depress the
>> clutch or let off the gas, it stops. It seems to be getting worse. I
>> thought maybe the u joints, but maybe a slipping clutch? I don't know,
>> guess I'll have to take it to my mechanic. I really hate doing that!
>> It has a 5 speed and about 80k miles on it.
>>
>> Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> - Show quoted text -
>
> Should my Jeep be in gear when I perform this test?
>
> Greg
>
if you are getting a steering wheel vibe.
Carl
"jerryg" <Gregginn7@msn.com> wrote in message
news:1170386450.971974.313420@j27g2000cwj.googlegr oups.com...
> On Feb 1, 9:14 pm, "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote:
>> On Feb 1, 9:07 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> > How about the rust? I would go ahead and replace 'em anyway if you
>> > don't
>> > know when they were last replaced.
>>
>> > Carl
>>
>> > "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>>
>> >news:1170385245.953781.269690@a34g2000cwb.googleg roups.com...
>>
>> > > On Feb 1, 8:53 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>> > >> I do not know if they cross between the 84-86 XJ's and later models,
>> > >> but
>> > >> AFAIK the rear u-joints, front u-joints and front axle u-joints are
>> > >> all
>> > >> the
>> > >> same part number for 87-01 XJ's, all YJ's and TJ's. (D35 axle).
>>
>> > >> Carl
>>
>> > >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>>
>> > >>news:1170382833.533061.151470@q2g2000cwa.googleg roups.com...
>>
>> > >> > On Feb 1, 7:49 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>> > >> >> Greg,
>>
>> > >> >> Unexplained vibes is a big indicator. Block the wheels and climb
>> > >> >> under
>> > >> >> there. Rotate the shaft back and fourth and look for slop in the
>> > >> >> joints.
>> > >> >> It's $10 for two new joints and takes around 10-15 minutes to
>> > >> >> change
>> > >> >> for
>> > >> >> an
>> > >> >> experianced person, 45 for a first-timer. They probably need it.
>>
>> > >> >> Carl
>>
>> > >> >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>>
>> > >> >>news:1170380310.286088.65610@q2g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
>>
>> > >> >> > How can I tell when I need to replace my rear u joint on my 95
>> > >> >> > YJ?
>> > >> >> > Any
>> > >> >> > visible signs? I am noticing some unexplained vibration.
>>
>> > >> >> > Thanks,
>>
>> > >> >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> > >> >> - Show quoted text -
>>
>> > >> > Hi Carl. Thanks for the advice. Makes sense. My other question is
>> > >> > then, I just bought an 86 XJ and with it the guy threw in 4 brand
>> > >> > new
>> > >> > u joints!! Are they universal to Jeeps, say YJ to XJ ?
>>
>> > >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> > >> - Show quoted text -
>>
>> > > Well I just went out and climed under it. No noticeable play but that
>> > > doesn't mean that there isn't any right?
>>
>> > > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> > - Show quoted text -
>>
>> No rust seeping that I saw, it appeared very dry. I am getting some
>> vibration thru the steering wheel and shifter. When I depress the
>> clutch or let off the gas, it stops. It seems to be getting worse. I
>> thought maybe the u joints, but maybe a slipping clutch? I don't know,
>> guess I'll have to take it to my mechanic. I really hate doing that!
>> It has a 5 speed and about 80k miles on it.
>>
>> Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> - Show quoted text -
>
> Should my Jeep be in gear when I perform this test?
>
> Greg
>
02-01-2007, 10:27 PM
#36
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Re: U joints.
Yes, the jeep should be in gear. Check out your front end and tire balance
if you are getting a steering wheel vibe.
Carl
"jerryg" <Gregginn7@msn.com> wrote in message
news:1170386450.971974.313420@j27g2000cwj.googlegr oups.com...
> On Feb 1, 9:14 pm, "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote:
>> On Feb 1, 9:07 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> > How about the rust? I would go ahead and replace 'em anyway if you
>> > don't
>> > know when they were last replaced.
>>
>> > Carl
>>
>> > "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>>
>> >news:1170385245.953781.269690@a34g2000cwb.googleg roups.com...
>>
>> > > On Feb 1, 8:53 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>> > >> I do not know if they cross between the 84-86 XJ's and later models,
>> > >> but
>> > >> AFAIK the rear u-joints, front u-joints and front axle u-joints are
>> > >> all
>> > >> the
>> > >> same part number for 87-01 XJ's, all YJ's and TJ's. (D35 axle).
>>
>> > >> Carl
>>
>> > >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>>
>> > >>news:1170382833.533061.151470@q2g2000cwa.googleg roups.com...
>>
>> > >> > On Feb 1, 7:49 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>> > >> >> Greg,
>>
>> > >> >> Unexplained vibes is a big indicator. Block the wheels and climb
>> > >> >> under
>> > >> >> there. Rotate the shaft back and fourth and look for slop in the
>> > >> >> joints.
>> > >> >> It's $10 for two new joints and takes around 10-15 minutes to
>> > >> >> change
>> > >> >> for
>> > >> >> an
>> > >> >> experianced person, 45 for a first-timer. They probably need it.
>>
>> > >> >> Carl
>>
>> > >> >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>>
>> > >> >>news:1170380310.286088.65610@q2g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
>>
>> > >> >> > How can I tell when I need to replace my rear u joint on my 95
>> > >> >> > YJ?
>> > >> >> > Any
>> > >> >> > visible signs? I am noticing some unexplained vibration.
>>
>> > >> >> > Thanks,
>>
>> > >> >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> > >> >> - Show quoted text -
>>
>> > >> > Hi Carl. Thanks for the advice. Makes sense. My other question is
>> > >> > then, I just bought an 86 XJ and with it the guy threw in 4 brand
>> > >> > new
>> > >> > u joints!! Are they universal to Jeeps, say YJ to XJ ?
>>
>> > >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> > >> - Show quoted text -
>>
>> > > Well I just went out and climed under it. No noticeable play but that
>> > > doesn't mean that there isn't any right?
>>
>> > > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> > - Show quoted text -
>>
>> No rust seeping that I saw, it appeared very dry. I am getting some
>> vibration thru the steering wheel and shifter. When I depress the
>> clutch or let off the gas, it stops. It seems to be getting worse. I
>> thought maybe the u joints, but maybe a slipping clutch? I don't know,
>> guess I'll have to take it to my mechanic. I really hate doing that!
>> It has a 5 speed and about 80k miles on it.
>>
>> Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> - Show quoted text -
>
> Should my Jeep be in gear when I perform this test?
>
> Greg
>
if you are getting a steering wheel vibe.
Carl
"jerryg" <Gregginn7@msn.com> wrote in message
news:1170386450.971974.313420@j27g2000cwj.googlegr oups.com...
> On Feb 1, 9:14 pm, "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote:
>> On Feb 1, 9:07 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> > How about the rust? I would go ahead and replace 'em anyway if you
>> > don't
>> > know when they were last replaced.
>>
>> > Carl
>>
>> > "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>>
>> >news:1170385245.953781.269690@a34g2000cwb.googleg roups.com...
>>
>> > > On Feb 1, 8:53 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>> > >> I do not know if they cross between the 84-86 XJ's and later models,
>> > >> but
>> > >> AFAIK the rear u-joints, front u-joints and front axle u-joints are
>> > >> all
>> > >> the
>> > >> same part number for 87-01 XJ's, all YJ's and TJ's. (D35 axle).
>>
>> > >> Carl
>>
>> > >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>>
>> > >>news:1170382833.533061.151470@q2g2000cwa.googleg roups.com...
>>
>> > >> > On Feb 1, 7:49 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>> > >> >> Greg,
>>
>> > >> >> Unexplained vibes is a big indicator. Block the wheels and climb
>> > >> >> under
>> > >> >> there. Rotate the shaft back and fourth and look for slop in the
>> > >> >> joints.
>> > >> >> It's $10 for two new joints and takes around 10-15 minutes to
>> > >> >> change
>> > >> >> for
>> > >> >> an
>> > >> >> experianced person, 45 for a first-timer. They probably need it.
>>
>> > >> >> Carl
>>
>> > >> >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>>
>> > >> >>news:1170380310.286088.65610@q2g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
>>
>> > >> >> > How can I tell when I need to replace my rear u joint on my 95
>> > >> >> > YJ?
>> > >> >> > Any
>> > >> >> > visible signs? I am noticing some unexplained vibration.
>>
>> > >> >> > Thanks,
>>
>> > >> >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> > >> >> - Show quoted text -
>>
>> > >> > Hi Carl. Thanks for the advice. Makes sense. My other question is
>> > >> > then, I just bought an 86 XJ and with it the guy threw in 4 brand
>> > >> > new
>> > >> > u joints!! Are they universal to Jeeps, say YJ to XJ ?
>>
>> > >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> > >> - Show quoted text -
>>
>> > > Well I just went out and climed under it. No noticeable play but that
>> > > doesn't mean that there isn't any right?
>>
>> > > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> > - Show quoted text -
>>
>> No rust seeping that I saw, it appeared very dry. I am getting some
>> vibration thru the steering wheel and shifter. When I depress the
>> clutch or let off the gas, it stops. It seems to be getting worse. I
>> thought maybe the u joints, but maybe a slipping clutch? I don't know,
>> guess I'll have to take it to my mechanic. I really hate doing that!
>> It has a 5 speed and about 80k miles on it.
>>
>> Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> - Show quoted text -
>
> Should my Jeep be in gear when I perform this test?
>
> Greg
>
02-01-2007, 10:27 PM
#37
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Re: U joints.
Yes, the jeep should be in gear. Check out your front end and tire balance
if you are getting a steering wheel vibe.
Carl
"jerryg" <Gregginn7@msn.com> wrote in message
news:1170386450.971974.313420@j27g2000cwj.googlegr oups.com...
> On Feb 1, 9:14 pm, "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote:
>> On Feb 1, 9:07 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> > How about the rust? I would go ahead and replace 'em anyway if you
>> > don't
>> > know when they were last replaced.
>>
>> > Carl
>>
>> > "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>>
>> >news:1170385245.953781.269690@a34g2000cwb.googleg roups.com...
>>
>> > > On Feb 1, 8:53 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>> > >> I do not know if they cross between the 84-86 XJ's and later models,
>> > >> but
>> > >> AFAIK the rear u-joints, front u-joints and front axle u-joints are
>> > >> all
>> > >> the
>> > >> same part number for 87-01 XJ's, all YJ's and TJ's. (D35 axle).
>>
>> > >> Carl
>>
>> > >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>>
>> > >>news:1170382833.533061.151470@q2g2000cwa.googleg roups.com...
>>
>> > >> > On Feb 1, 7:49 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>> > >> >> Greg,
>>
>> > >> >> Unexplained vibes is a big indicator. Block the wheels and climb
>> > >> >> under
>> > >> >> there. Rotate the shaft back and fourth and look for slop in the
>> > >> >> joints.
>> > >> >> It's $10 for two new joints and takes around 10-15 minutes to
>> > >> >> change
>> > >> >> for
>> > >> >> an
>> > >> >> experianced person, 45 for a first-timer. They probably need it.
>>
>> > >> >> Carl
>>
>> > >> >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>>
>> > >> >>news:1170380310.286088.65610@q2g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
>>
>> > >> >> > How can I tell when I need to replace my rear u joint on my 95
>> > >> >> > YJ?
>> > >> >> > Any
>> > >> >> > visible signs? I am noticing some unexplained vibration.
>>
>> > >> >> > Thanks,
>>
>> > >> >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> > >> >> - Show quoted text -
>>
>> > >> > Hi Carl. Thanks for the advice. Makes sense. My other question is
>> > >> > then, I just bought an 86 XJ and with it the guy threw in 4 brand
>> > >> > new
>> > >> > u joints!! Are they universal to Jeeps, say YJ to XJ ?
>>
>> > >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> > >> - Show quoted text -
>>
>> > > Well I just went out and climed under it. No noticeable play but that
>> > > doesn't mean that there isn't any right?
>>
>> > > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> > - Show quoted text -
>>
>> No rust seeping that I saw, it appeared very dry. I am getting some
>> vibration thru the steering wheel and shifter. When I depress the
>> clutch or let off the gas, it stops. It seems to be getting worse. I
>> thought maybe the u joints, but maybe a slipping clutch? I don't know,
>> guess I'll have to take it to my mechanic. I really hate doing that!
>> It has a 5 speed and about 80k miles on it.
>>
>> Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> - Show quoted text -
>
> Should my Jeep be in gear when I perform this test?
>
> Greg
>
if you are getting a steering wheel vibe.
Carl
"jerryg" <Gregginn7@msn.com> wrote in message
news:1170386450.971974.313420@j27g2000cwj.googlegr oups.com...
> On Feb 1, 9:14 pm, "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote:
>> On Feb 1, 9:07 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> > How about the rust? I would go ahead and replace 'em anyway if you
>> > don't
>> > know when they were last replaced.
>>
>> > Carl
>>
>> > "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>>
>> >news:1170385245.953781.269690@a34g2000cwb.googleg roups.com...
>>
>> > > On Feb 1, 8:53 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>> > >> I do not know if they cross between the 84-86 XJ's and later models,
>> > >> but
>> > >> AFAIK the rear u-joints, front u-joints and front axle u-joints are
>> > >> all
>> > >> the
>> > >> same part number for 87-01 XJ's, all YJ's and TJ's. (D35 axle).
>>
>> > >> Carl
>>
>> > >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>>
>> > >>news:1170382833.533061.151470@q2g2000cwa.googleg roups.com...
>>
>> > >> > On Feb 1, 7:49 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>> > >> >> Greg,
>>
>> > >> >> Unexplained vibes is a big indicator. Block the wheels and climb
>> > >> >> under
>> > >> >> there. Rotate the shaft back and fourth and look for slop in the
>> > >> >> joints.
>> > >> >> It's $10 for two new joints and takes around 10-15 minutes to
>> > >> >> change
>> > >> >> for
>> > >> >> an
>> > >> >> experianced person, 45 for a first-timer. They probably need it.
>>
>> > >> >> Carl
>>
>> > >> >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>>
>> > >> >>news:1170380310.286088.65610@q2g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
>>
>> > >> >> > How can I tell when I need to replace my rear u joint on my 95
>> > >> >> > YJ?
>> > >> >> > Any
>> > >> >> > visible signs? I am noticing some unexplained vibration.
>>
>> > >> >> > Thanks,
>>
>> > >> >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> > >> >> - Show quoted text -
>>
>> > >> > Hi Carl. Thanks for the advice. Makes sense. My other question is
>> > >> > then, I just bought an 86 XJ and with it the guy threw in 4 brand
>> > >> > new
>> > >> > u joints!! Are they universal to Jeeps, say YJ to XJ ?
>>
>> > >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> > >> - Show quoted text -
>>
>> > > Well I just went out and climed under it. No noticeable play but that
>> > > doesn't mean that there isn't any right?
>>
>> > > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> > - Show quoted text -
>>
>> No rust seeping that I saw, it appeared very dry. I am getting some
>> vibration thru the steering wheel and shifter. When I depress the
>> clutch or let off the gas, it stops. It seems to be getting worse. I
>> thought maybe the u joints, but maybe a slipping clutch? I don't know,
>> guess I'll have to take it to my mechanic. I really hate doing that!
>> It has a 5 speed and about 80k miles on it.
>>
>> Greg- Hide quoted text -
>>
>> - Show quoted text -
>
> Should my Jeep be in gear when I perform this test?
>
> Greg
>
02-01-2007, 10:30 PM
#38
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Re: U joints.
On Feb 1, 9:27 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
> Yes, the jeep should be in gear. Check out your front end and tire balance
> if you are getting a steering wheel vibe.
>
> Carl
>
> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> news:1170386450.971974.313420@j27g2000cwj.googlegr oups.com...
>
>
>
> > On Feb 1, 9:14 pm, "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote:
> >> On Feb 1, 9:07 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>
> >> > How about the rust? I would go ahead and replace 'em anyway if you
> >> > don't
> >> > know when they were last replaced.
>
> >> > Carl
>
> >> > "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> >> >news:1170385245.953781.269690@a34g2000cwb.googleg roups.com...
>
> >> > > On Feb 1, 8:53 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
> >> > >> I do not know if they cross between the 84-86 XJ's and later models,
> >> > >> but
> >> > >> AFAIK the rear u-joints, front u-joints and front axle u-joints are
> >> > >> all
> >> > >> the
> >> > >> same part number for 87-01 XJ's, all YJ's and TJ's. (D35 axle).
>
> >> > >> Carl
>
> >> > >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> >> > >>news:1170382833.533061.151470@q2g2000cwa.googleg roups.com...
>
> >> > >> > On Feb 1, 7:49 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
> >> > >> >> Greg,
>
> >> > >> >> Unexplained vibes is a big indicator. Block the wheels and climb
> >> > >> >> under
> >> > >> >> there. Rotate the shaft back and fourth and look for slop in the
> >> > >> >> joints.
> >> > >> >> It's $10 for two new joints and takes around 10-15 minutes to
> >> > >> >> change
> >> > >> >> for
> >> > >> >> an
> >> > >> >> experianced person, 45 for a first-timer. They probably need it.
>
> >> > >> >> Carl
>
> >> > >> >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> >> > >> >>news:1170380310.286088.65610@q2g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
>
> >> > >> >> > How can I tell when I need to replace my rear u joint on my 95
> >> > >> >> > YJ?
> >> > >> >> > Any
> >> > >> >> > visible signs? I am noticing some unexplained vibration.
>
> >> > >> >> > Thanks,
>
> >> > >> >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> >> > >> >> - Show quoted text -
>
> >> > >> > Hi Carl. Thanks for the advice. Makes sense. My other question is
> >> > >> > then, I just bought an 86 XJ and with it the guy threw in 4 brand
> >> > >> > new
> >> > >> > u joints!! Are they universal to Jeeps, say YJ to XJ ?
>
> >> > >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> >> > >> - Show quoted text -
>
> >> > > Well I just went out and climed under it. No noticeable play but that
> >> > > doesn't mean that there isn't any right?
>
> >> > > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> >> > - Show quoted text -
>
> >> No rust seeping that I saw, it appeared very dry. I am getting some
> >> vibration thru the steering wheel and shifter. When I depress the
> >> clutch or let off the gas, it stops. It seems to be getting worse. I
> >> thought maybe the u joints, but maybe a slipping clutch? I don't know,
> >> guess I'll have to take it to my mechanic. I really hate doing that!
> >> It has a 5 speed and about 80k miles on it.
>
> >> Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> >> - Show quoted text -
>
> > Should my Jeep be in gear when I perform this test?
>
> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Why when I let off the gas or depress the clutch does it stop. That
wouldn't be unbalanced tires or front end probs wpuld it?
Greg
> Yes, the jeep should be in gear. Check out your front end and tire balance
> if you are getting a steering wheel vibe.
>
> Carl
>
> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> news:1170386450.971974.313420@j27g2000cwj.googlegr oups.com...
>
>
>
> > On Feb 1, 9:14 pm, "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote:
> >> On Feb 1, 9:07 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>
> >> > How about the rust? I would go ahead and replace 'em anyway if you
> >> > don't
> >> > know when they were last replaced.
>
> >> > Carl
>
> >> > "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> >> >news:1170385245.953781.269690@a34g2000cwb.googleg roups.com...
>
> >> > > On Feb 1, 8:53 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
> >> > >> I do not know if they cross between the 84-86 XJ's and later models,
> >> > >> but
> >> > >> AFAIK the rear u-joints, front u-joints and front axle u-joints are
> >> > >> all
> >> > >> the
> >> > >> same part number for 87-01 XJ's, all YJ's and TJ's. (D35 axle).
>
> >> > >> Carl
>
> >> > >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> >> > >>news:1170382833.533061.151470@q2g2000cwa.googleg roups.com...
>
> >> > >> > On Feb 1, 7:49 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
> >> > >> >> Greg,
>
> >> > >> >> Unexplained vibes is a big indicator. Block the wheels and climb
> >> > >> >> under
> >> > >> >> there. Rotate the shaft back and fourth and look for slop in the
> >> > >> >> joints.
> >> > >> >> It's $10 for two new joints and takes around 10-15 minutes to
> >> > >> >> change
> >> > >> >> for
> >> > >> >> an
> >> > >> >> experianced person, 45 for a first-timer. They probably need it.
>
> >> > >> >> Carl
>
> >> > >> >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> >> > >> >>news:1170380310.286088.65610@q2g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
>
> >> > >> >> > How can I tell when I need to replace my rear u joint on my 95
> >> > >> >> > YJ?
> >> > >> >> > Any
> >> > >> >> > visible signs? I am noticing some unexplained vibration.
>
> >> > >> >> > Thanks,
>
> >> > >> >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> >> > >> >> - Show quoted text -
>
> >> > >> > Hi Carl. Thanks for the advice. Makes sense. My other question is
> >> > >> > then, I just bought an 86 XJ and with it the guy threw in 4 brand
> >> > >> > new
> >> > >> > u joints!! Are they universal to Jeeps, say YJ to XJ ?
>
> >> > >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> >> > >> - Show quoted text -
>
> >> > > Well I just went out and climed under it. No noticeable play but that
> >> > > doesn't mean that there isn't any right?
>
> >> > > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> >> > - Show quoted text -
>
> >> No rust seeping that I saw, it appeared very dry. I am getting some
> >> vibration thru the steering wheel and shifter. When I depress the
> >> clutch or let off the gas, it stops. It seems to be getting worse. I
> >> thought maybe the u joints, but maybe a slipping clutch? I don't know,
> >> guess I'll have to take it to my mechanic. I really hate doing that!
> >> It has a 5 speed and about 80k miles on it.
>
> >> Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> >> - Show quoted text -
>
> > Should my Jeep be in gear when I perform this test?
>
> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Why when I let off the gas or depress the clutch does it stop. That
wouldn't be unbalanced tires or front end probs wpuld it?
Greg
02-01-2007, 10:30 PM
#39
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: U joints.
On Feb 1, 9:27 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
> Yes, the jeep should be in gear. Check out your front end and tire balance
> if you are getting a steering wheel vibe.
>
> Carl
>
> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> news:1170386450.971974.313420@j27g2000cwj.googlegr oups.com...
>
>
>
> > On Feb 1, 9:14 pm, "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote:
> >> On Feb 1, 9:07 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>
> >> > How about the rust? I would go ahead and replace 'em anyway if you
> >> > don't
> >> > know when they were last replaced.
>
> >> > Carl
>
> >> > "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> >> >news:1170385245.953781.269690@a34g2000cwb.googleg roups.com...
>
> >> > > On Feb 1, 8:53 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
> >> > >> I do not know if they cross between the 84-86 XJ's and later models,
> >> > >> but
> >> > >> AFAIK the rear u-joints, front u-joints and front axle u-joints are
> >> > >> all
> >> > >> the
> >> > >> same part number for 87-01 XJ's, all YJ's and TJ's. (D35 axle).
>
> >> > >> Carl
>
> >> > >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> >> > >>news:1170382833.533061.151470@q2g2000cwa.googleg roups.com...
>
> >> > >> > On Feb 1, 7:49 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
> >> > >> >> Greg,
>
> >> > >> >> Unexplained vibes is a big indicator. Block the wheels and climb
> >> > >> >> under
> >> > >> >> there. Rotate the shaft back and fourth and look for slop in the
> >> > >> >> joints.
> >> > >> >> It's $10 for two new joints and takes around 10-15 minutes to
> >> > >> >> change
> >> > >> >> for
> >> > >> >> an
> >> > >> >> experianced person, 45 for a first-timer. They probably need it.
>
> >> > >> >> Carl
>
> >> > >> >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> >> > >> >>news:1170380310.286088.65610@q2g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
>
> >> > >> >> > How can I tell when I need to replace my rear u joint on my 95
> >> > >> >> > YJ?
> >> > >> >> > Any
> >> > >> >> > visible signs? I am noticing some unexplained vibration.
>
> >> > >> >> > Thanks,
>
> >> > >> >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> >> > >> >> - Show quoted text -
>
> >> > >> > Hi Carl. Thanks for the advice. Makes sense. My other question is
> >> > >> > then, I just bought an 86 XJ and with it the guy threw in 4 brand
> >> > >> > new
> >> > >> > u joints!! Are they universal to Jeeps, say YJ to XJ ?
>
> >> > >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> >> > >> - Show quoted text -
>
> >> > > Well I just went out and climed under it. No noticeable play but that
> >> > > doesn't mean that there isn't any right?
>
> >> > > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> >> > - Show quoted text -
>
> >> No rust seeping that I saw, it appeared very dry. I am getting some
> >> vibration thru the steering wheel and shifter. When I depress the
> >> clutch or let off the gas, it stops. It seems to be getting worse. I
> >> thought maybe the u joints, but maybe a slipping clutch? I don't know,
> >> guess I'll have to take it to my mechanic. I really hate doing that!
> >> It has a 5 speed and about 80k miles on it.
>
> >> Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> >> - Show quoted text -
>
> > Should my Jeep be in gear when I perform this test?
>
> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Why when I let off the gas or depress the clutch does it stop. That
wouldn't be unbalanced tires or front end probs wpuld it?
Greg
> Yes, the jeep should be in gear. Check out your front end and tire balance
> if you are getting a steering wheel vibe.
>
> Carl
>
> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> news:1170386450.971974.313420@j27g2000cwj.googlegr oups.com...
>
>
>
> > On Feb 1, 9:14 pm, "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote:
> >> On Feb 1, 9:07 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>
> >> > How about the rust? I would go ahead and replace 'em anyway if you
> >> > don't
> >> > know when they were last replaced.
>
> >> > Carl
>
> >> > "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> >> >news:1170385245.953781.269690@a34g2000cwb.googleg roups.com...
>
> >> > > On Feb 1, 8:53 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
> >> > >> I do not know if they cross between the 84-86 XJ's and later models,
> >> > >> but
> >> > >> AFAIK the rear u-joints, front u-joints and front axle u-joints are
> >> > >> all
> >> > >> the
> >> > >> same part number for 87-01 XJ's, all YJ's and TJ's. (D35 axle).
>
> >> > >> Carl
>
> >> > >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> >> > >>news:1170382833.533061.151470@q2g2000cwa.googleg roups.com...
>
> >> > >> > On Feb 1, 7:49 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
> >> > >> >> Greg,
>
> >> > >> >> Unexplained vibes is a big indicator. Block the wheels and climb
> >> > >> >> under
> >> > >> >> there. Rotate the shaft back and fourth and look for slop in the
> >> > >> >> joints.
> >> > >> >> It's $10 for two new joints and takes around 10-15 minutes to
> >> > >> >> change
> >> > >> >> for
> >> > >> >> an
> >> > >> >> experianced person, 45 for a first-timer. They probably need it.
>
> >> > >> >> Carl
>
> >> > >> >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> >> > >> >>news:1170380310.286088.65610@q2g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
>
> >> > >> >> > How can I tell when I need to replace my rear u joint on my 95
> >> > >> >> > YJ?
> >> > >> >> > Any
> >> > >> >> > visible signs? I am noticing some unexplained vibration.
>
> >> > >> >> > Thanks,
>
> >> > >> >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> >> > >> >> - Show quoted text -
>
> >> > >> > Hi Carl. Thanks for the advice. Makes sense. My other question is
> >> > >> > then, I just bought an 86 XJ and with it the guy threw in 4 brand
> >> > >> > new
> >> > >> > u joints!! Are they universal to Jeeps, say YJ to XJ ?
>
> >> > >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> >> > >> - Show quoted text -
>
> >> > > Well I just went out and climed under it. No noticeable play but that
> >> > > doesn't mean that there isn't any right?
>
> >> > > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> >> > - Show quoted text -
>
> >> No rust seeping that I saw, it appeared very dry. I am getting some
> >> vibration thru the steering wheel and shifter. When I depress the
> >> clutch or let off the gas, it stops. It seems to be getting worse. I
> >> thought maybe the u joints, but maybe a slipping clutch? I don't know,
> >> guess I'll have to take it to my mechanic. I really hate doing that!
> >> It has a 5 speed and about 80k miles on it.
>
> >> Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> >> - Show quoted text -
>
> > Should my Jeep be in gear when I perform this test?
>
> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Why when I let off the gas or depress the clutch does it stop. That
wouldn't be unbalanced tires or front end probs wpuld it?
Greg
02-01-2007, 10:30 PM
#40
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: U joints.
On Feb 1, 9:27 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
> Yes, the jeep should be in gear. Check out your front end and tire balance
> if you are getting a steering wheel vibe.
>
> Carl
>
> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> news:1170386450.971974.313420@j27g2000cwj.googlegr oups.com...
>
>
>
> > On Feb 1, 9:14 pm, "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote:
> >> On Feb 1, 9:07 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>
> >> > How about the rust? I would go ahead and replace 'em anyway if you
> >> > don't
> >> > know when they were last replaced.
>
> >> > Carl
>
> >> > "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> >> >news:1170385245.953781.269690@a34g2000cwb.googleg roups.com...
>
> >> > > On Feb 1, 8:53 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
> >> > >> I do not know if they cross between the 84-86 XJ's and later models,
> >> > >> but
> >> > >> AFAIK the rear u-joints, front u-joints and front axle u-joints are
> >> > >> all
> >> > >> the
> >> > >> same part number for 87-01 XJ's, all YJ's and TJ's. (D35 axle).
>
> >> > >> Carl
>
> >> > >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> >> > >>news:1170382833.533061.151470@q2g2000cwa.googleg roups.com...
>
> >> > >> > On Feb 1, 7:49 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
> >> > >> >> Greg,
>
> >> > >> >> Unexplained vibes is a big indicator. Block the wheels and climb
> >> > >> >> under
> >> > >> >> there. Rotate the shaft back and fourth and look for slop in the
> >> > >> >> joints.
> >> > >> >> It's $10 for two new joints and takes around 10-15 minutes to
> >> > >> >> change
> >> > >> >> for
> >> > >> >> an
> >> > >> >> experianced person, 45 for a first-timer. They probably need it.
>
> >> > >> >> Carl
>
> >> > >> >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> >> > >> >>news:1170380310.286088.65610@q2g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
>
> >> > >> >> > How can I tell when I need to replace my rear u joint on my 95
> >> > >> >> > YJ?
> >> > >> >> > Any
> >> > >> >> > visible signs? I am noticing some unexplained vibration.
>
> >> > >> >> > Thanks,
>
> >> > >> >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> >> > >> >> - Show quoted text -
>
> >> > >> > Hi Carl. Thanks for the advice. Makes sense. My other question is
> >> > >> > then, I just bought an 86 XJ and with it the guy threw in 4 brand
> >> > >> > new
> >> > >> > u joints!! Are they universal to Jeeps, say YJ to XJ ?
>
> >> > >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> >> > >> - Show quoted text -
>
> >> > > Well I just went out and climed under it. No noticeable play but that
> >> > > doesn't mean that there isn't any right?
>
> >> > > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> >> > - Show quoted text -
>
> >> No rust seeping that I saw, it appeared very dry. I am getting some
> >> vibration thru the steering wheel and shifter. When I depress the
> >> clutch or let off the gas, it stops. It seems to be getting worse. I
> >> thought maybe the u joints, but maybe a slipping clutch? I don't know,
> >> guess I'll have to take it to my mechanic. I really hate doing that!
> >> It has a 5 speed and about 80k miles on it.
>
> >> Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> >> - Show quoted text -
>
> > Should my Jeep be in gear when I perform this test?
>
> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Why when I let off the gas or depress the clutch does it stop. That
wouldn't be unbalanced tires or front end probs wpuld it?
Greg
> Yes, the jeep should be in gear. Check out your front end and tire balance
> if you are getting a steering wheel vibe.
>
> Carl
>
> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> news:1170386450.971974.313420@j27g2000cwj.googlegr oups.com...
>
>
>
> > On Feb 1, 9:14 pm, "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote:
> >> On Feb 1, 9:07 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
>
> >> > How about the rust? I would go ahead and replace 'em anyway if you
> >> > don't
> >> > know when they were last replaced.
>
> >> > Carl
>
> >> > "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> >> >news:1170385245.953781.269690@a34g2000cwb.googleg roups.com...
>
> >> > > On Feb 1, 8:53 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
> >> > >> I do not know if they cross between the 84-86 XJ's and later models,
> >> > >> but
> >> > >> AFAIK the rear u-joints, front u-joints and front axle u-joints are
> >> > >> all
> >> > >> the
> >> > >> same part number for 87-01 XJ's, all YJ's and TJ's. (D35 axle).
>
> >> > >> Carl
>
> >> > >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> >> > >>news:1170382833.533061.151470@q2g2000cwa.googleg roups.com...
>
> >> > >> > On Feb 1, 7:49 pm, "Carl S" <carlsai...@REMOVE.hotmail.com> wrote:
> >> > >> >> Greg,
>
> >> > >> >> Unexplained vibes is a big indicator. Block the wheels and climb
> >> > >> >> under
> >> > >> >> there. Rotate the shaft back and fourth and look for slop in the
> >> > >> >> joints.
> >> > >> >> It's $10 for two new joints and takes around 10-15 minutes to
> >> > >> >> change
> >> > >> >> for
> >> > >> >> an
> >> > >> >> experianced person, 45 for a first-timer. They probably need it.
>
> >> > >> >> Carl
>
> >> > >> >> "jerryg" <Greggi...@msn.com> wrote in message
>
> >> > >> >>news:1170380310.286088.65610@q2g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
>
> >> > >> >> > How can I tell when I need to replace my rear u joint on my 95
> >> > >> >> > YJ?
> >> > >> >> > Any
> >> > >> >> > visible signs? I am noticing some unexplained vibration.
>
> >> > >> >> > Thanks,
>
> >> > >> >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> >> > >> >> - Show quoted text -
>
> >> > >> > Hi Carl. Thanks for the advice. Makes sense. My other question is
> >> > >> > then, I just bought an 86 XJ and with it the guy threw in 4 brand
> >> > >> > new
> >> > >> > u joints!! Are they universal to Jeeps, say YJ to XJ ?
>
> >> > >> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> >> > >> - Show quoted text -
>
> >> > > Well I just went out and climed under it. No noticeable play but that
> >> > > doesn't mean that there isn't any right?
>
> >> > > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> >> > - Show quoted text -
>
> >> No rust seeping that I saw, it appeared very dry. I am getting some
> >> vibration thru the steering wheel and shifter. When I depress the
> >> clutch or let off the gas, it stops. It seems to be getting worse. I
> >> thought maybe the u joints, but maybe a slipping clutch? I don't know,
> >> guess I'll have to take it to my mechanic. I really hate doing that!
> >> It has a 5 speed and about 80k miles on it.
>
> >> Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> >> - Show quoted text -
>
> > Should my Jeep be in gear when I perform this test?
>
> > Greg- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Why when I let off the gas or depress the clutch does it stop. That
wouldn't be unbalanced tires or front end probs wpuld it?
Greg