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Re: Universal Joints

To: Curt Hoffman <choffman9@cinci.rr.com>,
Subject: Re: Universal Joints
From: Mitchel Seff <ms6453@optonline.net>
Date: Sun, 10 Aug 2003 14:40:04 -0400
Hey Curt,
U-joints are definitely an issue with clunks & strange driveline noises. 
One of the first things I did was to replace all the joints with Spicer 
brand parts. The common u-joints will do fine for stock motors but I'd 
still go with a quality brand because who the hell wants to do this again.
The rear joints are easier to do in my opinion with the axle removed. If 
you remove the wheel , drum & shoes on the side of the bad u-joint there 
will be six bolts that can be seen as you rotate the axle ( two at a 
time ). Remove these bolts & the assembly should pull out through the 
center. Now you can make the repair with out breaking your back or have 
crud drop in your face. While the hub assembly is out I recommend 
inspecting the spline for excessive wear , regrease the spline & 
reinstall. I would also recommend getting a Bentley manual, this makes 
most repairs easier.
If you need more info just holler.

-- 
Mitch Seff
Oceanside, N.Y.
75 TR6
http://www.angelfire.com/ny4/triumph5/ 

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