How many universal joints does a jeep have?
two universal joints
A Jeep with four-wheel drive has two drive shafts and two universal joints. Flexibility is important in an off-road vehicle.
Where to put ball joint splitter on Jeep Wrangler?
This is where the ball-joint splitter comes in, you’re going to need to wedge it in between the ball joint and the bottom of the sway bar. If you don’t do this, the top nut will just turn the ball joint freely and you’ll never get it tightened.
How to diagnose and replace universal joints?
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How to replace the sway bar linkage on a Jeep Wrangler?
After the top nut is tightened, tighten the Torx bolt on the bottom of the link. Repeat these steps on the other side. If you ever add a lift to you’r vehicle these links will need to be replaced with links with longer shafts. 1 Person Made This Project!
How long does it take to replace a U-joint on a Jeep Wrangler?
I replace my rear driveshaft u-joints in 45 minutes. Rears are quick and easy, I just replaced mine for the 3rd time. Mine seem to last about 90,000 miles a set. The joints in the front axle are much more difficult driving out, probably because they last nearly for ever and rust in place.
How to replace axles on a Jeep Wrangler?
To remove the axles you’ll need to remove the tire, caliper, rotor and the unit bearing. The axle will now pull straight out…….remove the old u joint, install the new…..no big deal. Agree with above. I did my own front axle u-joints using info from this site and from Stu’s too.
Can a Spicer U-joint be replaced on a Jeep Wrangler?
Knows a couple things… Greasable u-joints like Spicer’s 5-153x don’t have the life, durability, or strength of Spicer’s sealed u-joints like the 5-1310x. All, thanks for all the help, I’m going to do the replacement this week… ill let you know how it goes
How much does it cost to replace front drive shafts on Jeep Wrangler?
Then send them back and replace them in the jeep. Said this would cost $350-450 for just the two front drive shafts. They mentioned that they couldn’t do it because it was dangerous???