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What kind of studs do rear axles need?

What kind of studs do rear axles need?

Thru hardened 4340 front or Rear axle shafts. Rear axle shafts with long racing studs MUST have at least two opposite studs removed – Extra $ for removal. NOTE: Prices are for MOST Domestic & import fine spline axle shafts. Discounts apply ONLY if the axles are run at the same time.

How to clean and reassembly rear axles?

Axles out and ready to go to the shop for new bearings (those round things clamped on near the bottom of the axle) and new wheel studs, since several have stripped threads. Disconnect the brake line and the drum assembly pops right off there. “Get yourself a box…Get a cardboard box….”

What to do if your axle bearing comes out?

Using a axle bearing remover and a slide hammer that bearing will come out in a matter of seconds. if you have a bad axle bearing you should be able to hear some rear end noise while driving. anyways it’s beer time https://www.facebook.com/pages/Bullsh… Loading…

What are the dimensions of a rear axle?

Password Reset Mopar Rear Axle Dimensions This page covers rear-axle sizes of passenger cars and pickups from Dodge, Plymouth, Imperial and Chrysler. All measurements are from drum to drum: Sorted by length

When to replace rear axle bearings and seals?

After the axle has been removed inspect the bearing and seal surface to check for wear and scoring and replace if damaged. If this axle is worn you will see an obvious groove in this area. Do not reuse the axle at this point because the new seal and bearing will fail prematurely.

How do you remove rear axle from differential?

Using a small screwdriver or magnet work the metal “C” clip in a circular motion, This will enable you to remove the clip which will release the axle from the differential. This can take a little time so hang in there.

Where does 14 bolt semi float axle end?

On a semi-float axle, the axle shaft terminates at the wheel mounting surface. So, there will not be a visible axle end. NOTE: Some semi-float axles have 8 lug nuts. So, if you have 8 lugs but no visible axle end, you have a 14 bolt semi-float.

How much does it cost to replace rear axle seal?

If this axle is worn you will see an obvious groove in this area. Do not reuse the axle at this point because the new seal and bearing will fail prematurely. These axles are available at the dealer for about $200.00 bucks. Now we are ready to remove the seal.

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