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98XJSport
July 19th, 2006, 16:56
Im pulling off my rear driveshaft this week and was reading the manual. Says to use new U-Joint straps when putting it back together. Is there a reason or is it simply overcaution? Should I try to get some straps, or just put it back together?
Thanks for the help.
riverfever
July 19th, 2006, 16:59
There are times when I have pulled the driveshaft to do a repair (add shims or crap like that) and used the old ones again. I've not had a problem yet. I do know that NAPA has the straps in stock and they are cheap so if you wanna be extra safe you can go that route.
flexjay87
July 19th, 2006, 17:00
i've re-used them, but i would put new ones on since it is cheap insurance. cuz once it starts vibrating, look out....
5-90
July 19th, 2006, 17:01
I'd get some straps. They're under enough strain.

I have a dye-check kit (for finding cracks) and I'll check them when I take them out to use as spares, but I prefer to put new ones in.

Oh - the yoke screws should be 1/4-28x1" (For D30 and D35) - you can use socket heads, and pick up a little more room to use the socket in there.

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98XJSport
July 19th, 2006, 17:02
anyone know a general price from a dealership? gotta get a seal there anyways, prefer one stop shopping.
5-90
July 19th, 2006, 17:08
What seal? You could probably pay half as much going aftermarket...

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98XJSport
July 19th, 2006, 17:11
t-case rear output seal, I know it would be cheaper at advanced, but I hear lots of hit or miss quality problems.
5-90
July 19th, 2006, 17:13
Probably an off-brand - I've never had trouble with Timken or Chicago Rawhide (CR) seals.

Year/Transfer case? I've got a Timken catalogue handy... PM if you want the number, since I haven't extracted them for the website yet...

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dizzymac
July 19th, 2006, 17:24
If you have a 231 TC you can get the seal and strap kit for around $7.68 @ www.rockauto.com
98XJSport
July 19th, 2006, 17:28
Problem is i need the parts asap if I want to have any chance at wheeling.

Thanks for all the quick help and info
1996cc
July 20th, 2006, 11:21
My Napa had the seal in stock ($6.xx). I doubt the dealer would have one in stock??
xj-shark
July 20th, 2006, 14:18
I'm replacing my UJ this weekend, got straps for under $5 at the parts store, cheap enough for the piece of mind