Change a U-Joint with a Hammer

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In this video I will show you how to change a U-Joint with a hammer... As opposed to with a press. This way you can change your universal joint out on the trail after it breaks! Some say it's easier to fix it with a hammer anyway, what do you think?
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@123HighVelocity 8 жыл бұрын

The best gem was to go further in with one cap so you don't loose the bearings on the other side... Great vid.

@steveprice7328 4 жыл бұрын

One of the clearest, most concise, to the point how-to's I've ever watched. Very well done. Thanks

@alanhutchinson 9 жыл бұрын

Might be worth noting that if you're doing it at home as opposed to on the trail, keep the new UJ in the freezer right up until you start to fit it. Will make it so much easier to press back in.

@27dcx 8 жыл бұрын

+alan hutchinson Wow that's a great tip! Glad I read thru the comments.

@AngerManagementOverland 5 жыл бұрын

So on the trail store u-joint in your cooler.

@noonespecific9463 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice, one of those I really should have thought of that like 100 years ago sort of thing, thank you very much, great tip!!

@noonespecific9463 4 жыл бұрын

alan hutchinson , will be doing exactly that from now on I’m sure, amazing tip for sure, getting ready to do several u joints , many thanks!

@matthewrichardson7343 5 жыл бұрын

After the clips are in I always give each side of the yoke ,the ears.a good solid rap with the hammer. It centers the joint. Great vid I've been doing them with a hammer for 30 years.

@codymoncrief8478 4 жыл бұрын

Matthew Richardson I second that, rapping them always makes them work more smoothly right away

@mebcool 7 жыл бұрын

Great video dude. You made sure to point out the critical factors... don't loose the needle bearings, don't damage the cap housing with the BFH and so on. Straight, concise and to the point. Thanks a bunch. I've changed my share of these (in the truckstop parking lot) and in my garage. Good to see a video like this.

@edelgado1 7 жыл бұрын

Hi Matt. Something you ought to know. You play a very important role to have us Jeep enthusiasts "checked out" on all maintenence procedures. Ill fess up on something here that might qualify me to rate you as tops in what you do in these videos. Im an A&P (Airframe and Powerplant licenced aircraft mechanic) for 28 years. All are nuts and bolts but every system has its way of doing things. Its called getting "checked out" on a procedure. I purchased my first Jeep Cherokee 1989 and I see your videos to help me get things done on my unit. Your explanation is comprehensive and to the point. I thank you for all.

@bleepinjeep 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! glad to have you as a subscriber!

@edelgado1 7 жыл бұрын

Guess what? I had posted on your channel that my jeep cherokee, had a fuel pump that was humming real loud. Well, yesterday I let it run for 15 minutes parked and no sound. Then this morning I went to the corner and in about 2 minutes it started humming. At the place I went I decided to let it run parked and again in 15 minutes it didnt hum. Then when I put it in drive I let it coast and no sound. Then when i made a turn into a street on the drainage slight channel tha joined the streets it started again. So just to make sure I sopped, shut it off and started it again, no sound, coasted in drive, no sound, accelerated, and it came back. So it means that while the pump is feeding its ok but when the fuel moves and I suppose that when temporarily not submerged completely, it sarts humming again. What do you think?

@edelgado1 7 жыл бұрын

Oh and thanks Matt for your great videos.

@xmo552 4 жыл бұрын

@@edelgado1 Bad fuel pump?

@bigt5125 6 жыл бұрын

What a great video!! My F350 was vibrating too bad while on highway, had to pull over and get a tow....u joints were shot, this video really helped me understand what had to be done. This guy is an incredible presenter! Thanks!!!!

@reidenhol1227 5 жыл бұрын

You are the best Jeep mechanic ever man!!! You take something complicated and make it so understandable that even a grade school kid could do it. When I have the money I will be donating every time I what one of your videos. That's if you have a way to donate. Thanks for everything!!!

@Mika_25A 9 жыл бұрын

You video was so simple and straight to the point very helpful other people make theirs so long....

@bleepinjeep 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@vza423 7 жыл бұрын

Agreed, no B.S. just to the point, thank you.

@arlingtonguy54 6 жыл бұрын

Mika Nuñez I

@Md55Mark55Md 11 жыл бұрын

Man you don't know how much I have learned from your videos!!! Thank you so much, I have definitely subscribed. Started watching awhile back when I needed to know how to replace my ball joints in my '93 xj. Love your videos and they have answered every problem I've had so far! Thanks again- Mark

@eduardonunez4377 6 жыл бұрын

You remind me of Mr. Rogers but a mechanic version😂

@matthewmillar3804 8 жыл бұрын

I sucessfully changed 2 u-joints on my Dakota because of this video. Thank you so much for posting, you saved me a bunch of cash!

@bleepinjeep 8 жыл бұрын

+Matthew Millar sure, thanks for watching!

@dustinlewis5968 6 жыл бұрын

Your channel is more helpful on my Jeep than any manual or mechanic. Thanks guys keep the vids coming

@eastonbolin1674 8 жыл бұрын

Hey man I just found your page. I'm 16 and currently restoring a 1974 CJ5 and I love your vids. Tutorials and humor are top notch. Love it! :)

@johnnycakeslim 2 ай бұрын

Great to witness. Im on a small island in Philippines and tired of poor workmanship on my car due to ignorance and lack of proper tools. At least now i know to make sure its done right. Gotta keep my old rig running👍☹️ Thanks

@67scout73 9 жыл бұрын

I am grateful for your video. I have swapped u joints in the past using a huge vise, but your method with the hammer worked out better for me.

@lukeskelnik1907 9 жыл бұрын

My tools are low budget and low tech, but this video is straight forward and I am able to use what I have available with this simple method. Thanks!

@reaper118USMC 9 жыл бұрын

I've spent the last 2 days looking for a video that actually shows the removal of the u-joint. usually they just explain it and don't film it and its really f&$%ing annoying very informative! thanks!

@bleepinjeep 9 жыл бұрын

No problem, thanks for subbing!

@pilgrimhere652 2 жыл бұрын

Very easy and simple, That is what many want to hear, Fast simple , specially old people, we dont have that much energy. 👍

@johnvon9268 4 жыл бұрын

I like these repairs without a garage and all the tools. alot of us do not have a nice garage to work out of and work in the driveway. Good vid mate

@svborek 7 жыл бұрын

iv watched some of your other videos in the past like 2010 and I must say your work and acting skills have improved greatly

@nickbanksy7133 9 жыл бұрын

Greatly appreciate these kind of videos, this will definitely help me figure out what tools to bring and how to do it trail side!

@rapidcycler66 10 жыл бұрын

outstanding. Just changed my rear. Couldn't pull the end off, probably need to grease that.. my first time ever changing a ujoint, and this method worked flawlessly.

@abajibjibjib 5 жыл бұрын

Major props on the video. Very very well done. I came for a refresher cuz I haven’t done one in several years and this was excellent. Even for someone who has never done one before

@MultiSeal1 9 жыл бұрын

You definitely deserve lots of subscribers. You make me want to buy more jeeps and fill up my back yard with Cherokees!! Thanks man!

@84forshow 9 жыл бұрын

Finally got around to doing the u joints on my 98 today. I really appreciate you taking the time to do these videos.

@bleepinjeep 9 жыл бұрын

84forshow its pretty easy once you get the hang of it.

@steeveedee8478 7 жыл бұрын

I have just bought a Goldwing trike. The MOT test result said the UJ was failing so I was dreading doing it. After seeing your clear video I now look forward to trying it! Plus it just so happens the grease gun I inherited that I have never used before will finally see some action!

@bleepinjeep 7 жыл бұрын

use that grease gun on all your cars... most people dont realize there are grease fittings on many vehicles!

@adammedley8080 8 жыл бұрын

Always remember to mark the slip yoke and slip stub shaft before removing the slip yoke. It's balanced a certain way. The yokes have to in (phase) aka in line with each other.

@figbush1 9 жыл бұрын

I actually just changed my u-joints today using the backside of a pickle fork (believe it or not, I don't have a hammer at the moment) a K-bar and long nose pliers! Thank you so much for the video, incredibly helpful!

@freezinweasle1 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I appreciate you taking the time to show us dummies how to change the U-joint. I have watched several videos and yours was very helpful.

@rareimpalass1966 10 жыл бұрын

Just changed mine tonight. Worked slick!

@7eis 10 жыл бұрын

Having only had front wheel drive cars myself, I've never had to deal with this. It really shows how simple the service would be - I'm slightly more inclined to go 4wd or rwd now. Thanks for sharing!

@DiseasedPopeno 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video man, I don't own a jeep but you helped me diagnose the problem on my car and showed me how to do this easily.

@bleepinjeep 11 жыл бұрын

Hey Mark, Thanks for the awesome compliment man! Glad you are watching and I hope I can make some more helpful videos in the future.

@chasewalker3397 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! You're videos are really helpful and make sense the way you explain things.

@rollndice83 11 жыл бұрын

I just used this video to do both front wheel u joints on my 2000xj . First time it was tricky but second one went easier. Thanks Bleepin! And ill say you MUST swing the bfh hard, love taps won't get it done. And hard surface is crucial. But most certainly works!

@shovelhead101 11 жыл бұрын

I dig your speech cadence. It's perfect for instructional videos. Thanks a bunch.

@OMGnanerpus 7 жыл бұрын

These youtube videos always make things look so much easier. lol. I have a vice and the joint doesnt wanna move

@potardo9851 8 жыл бұрын

Just what I was looking for to tackle my '79 Chevy. Great video!

@gibsjeep7 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the quick and efficient tutorial. Helped me and made the removal and install a breeze!

@edwardmacdonald5453 8 жыл бұрын

Best example I have seen and the most practical

@04suzuka 10 жыл бұрын

dope vid. So many spaz's out there today, you are nice and calm the whole time. Made it look easy

@konasteph 10 жыл бұрын

respect! you have common sense, a good voice and explained it all!!!

@leogetsome Жыл бұрын

Easy simple and straight to the point. Cool video 👍🏼

@Skydude69 11 жыл бұрын

Used this video and exact technique on my 97 ZJ front DS. Worked like a charm. After I got one cap out I used the old caps instead of the sockets to hammer on because I messed up the socket a little, you really have to hammer on those things to get em out! This was on a double cardan joint, a little different but I thank you for the video good sir. Subbed.

@47kb8 11 жыл бұрын

I use side cutters to remove and install the clips. They have a good bite on clip. If they haven't ever been off in awhile I use a punch to work the clips out. Love your Channel. Lots of good Info shared.

@ryandimitrov5399 8 жыл бұрын

ur the man.. great step by step instructions. thanks bro... ( Ryan from Boston)

@claudes1973 2 жыл бұрын

Lol your ending videos are so funny! I know I will probably never do this myself but I'm just getting educated by watching your videos. Thanks alot!

@bleepinjeep 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

@racrx7 6 жыл бұрын

I just had to do this on my 4x4 van, after walking two miles to catch a train to the next town that had the joint, and two mile walk to the parts store from the train station lol. A large C-clamp can be useful for pressing caps in. Also, joints with the grease fitting where shown in your video can cause a weak spot in the joint. If you have no choice but to use this type, install the joint so that the drive load is compressing the grease fitting hole, not pulling it open. Cheers 🍻

@tynowak6678 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I love to fix things on my Jeep myself. Gonna check this out ASAP!

@ImmortanJoeCamel 9 жыл бұрын

Great instructional. Thanks! Used it on another 4x4 and it worked perfectly.

@briandemers5143 11 жыл бұрын

Great video and information.... Ripped the u-joint in half off the front of my rear shaft (at the T case)... I dont have a press available... Giving this a shot right now... thanks again

@slant6guy 11 жыл бұрын

Good video! Learned A LOT as I've got to change ALL the u-joints on the 2003 TJ I drive as they are still factory joints. Thanks for this video!

@BagOfSuck 11 жыл бұрын

Just found your page and so very happy that I did!!!

@ritzema18 8 жыл бұрын

thanks man lot of help watched 5 videos before yours just explaining symptoms not actually showing or describing how to do it

@mandmland 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for putting this video out there. It worked great for me.

@Slovflyer 11 жыл бұрын

You made this look so easy! I need to look at the u-joints on my FJ80. Maybe I can get'r done this weekend and actually start its long due maintenance!

@AppalachianCryptidDoge 7 жыл бұрын

Great video bro. Just did this very project with 2 of the u-joints on my Silverado.

@superrodder2002 7 жыл бұрын

I always put extra grease in each cap before I start installation, I find the grease helps hold the needle bearings in place while installing the caps in the yoke or shaft. also the general rule is to install the joint so the zerk is pointed towards the drive shaft and not the companion flange on the axle or transmission because it generally allows more room to get a grease gun in to grease it later on.

@getguitars 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the refresher course, mine are a little bit tighter but it will be done.

@leroy3939 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Matt, I got a 1998 jeep cherokee xj 4x4 i never have changed the UJoints on my jeep, this is going to be my first time doing it, your videos are going to help me alot, thank you for the videos, if i have any problems i will watch your videos, THANKS LEROY

@bleepinjeep 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Leroy!

@evanbellizia8610 9 жыл бұрын

Great video used this a bunch of times in the woods with a lot of different kinds of vehicles. And also in the junk yard.

@bleepinjeep 9 жыл бұрын

Evan Bellizia awesome, thanks for watching!

@yerbafigueroa6968 8 жыл бұрын

HEY BLEEPIN JEEP! I LEARN ALOT ON UR HOW TO VIDEOS TANKS ALOT ... DUDE ... ☺ ☺ ☺

@baddcatt2814 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video!!! I broke my vice trying to press the u-joint out. Used the hammer and a socket and it popped right out !!!!

@markeldridge2385 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks , back to the garage 👍jeep

@jpunterminse9368 7 жыл бұрын

great videos! simple, straight forward and informative.

@johnknott1457 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video - it really helped me out - I also used a 6-inch C-Clamp to seat the new bearings, improvising a 'press'. I'll be adding this clamp to my off-road box. :)

@jeffmustangfish 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks a whole lot... i didn't know how i was gonna do this on my truck untill now

@Barbasnoo 11 жыл бұрын

We have a creaking u joint coming from the drivers front wheel on our 2001 Wrangler. I guess it's time to replace it. This video really helps!

@meinbherpieg4723 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for making these videos. You are an amazing explainer and talented presenter. Also, you know a thing or two about Jeeps.

@kevinrichard6098 11 жыл бұрын

Hey, thanks for the vids. you are my go to guy when working on my XJ.

@paulwuzhere 8 жыл бұрын

Holy crap the ending had my sides hurting I was laughing so hard! Thank you for the information and entertainment. This is why I'm subscribed lol

@AtticAZ Ай бұрын

Good stuff. New to Jeeps and looking to learn how to maintain/repair when needed.

@josephmarkle9574 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the helpful video Matt.

@feustond 8 жыл бұрын

Love your videos...gonna change mine. thanks for help

@pork4U 9 ай бұрын

Dude that informative video you did about U joints was awesome. You are a great instructor.

@thrashmastertim 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all the info Matt. You rock.

@exigent4 10 жыл бұрын

This worked well! I rested the driveshaft on some rocks in my backyard. Then I tapped the caps out with a 3/4 socket and a sledge. The rear driveshaft is a little trickier in that once I had tapped the u joint all the way down, it still wouldn't come out. So I tapped the cross member the other direction forcing the other cap out the opposite end. Then I was able to remove them both after the joint fell out. Also, make sure the auto parts store gets the part right because the front U joint is bigger than the rear U joint and it wont fit back there.

@mookandairin 7 жыл бұрын

this video is AWESOME!!!!? I as we speak am broke down on the freeway with a broken rear joint, no press or vice. AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME VIDEO!!! BTW PEOPLE, This also works with ALL driveshaft cars/trucks.

@bleepinjeep 11 жыл бұрын

yes, the u-joints and yokes are different. Even with a press though it is easy to bend the axleshaft ears... If it is a stock axleshaft they can be very stubborn sometimes.

@MrStingraybernard 11 жыл бұрын

Another excellent video with good camera work

@bleepinjeep 11 жыл бұрын

sure, thanks for watching!

@bleepinjeep 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks! next time my waterpump needs replacing I certainly will, in the meantime you could watch my power steering pump vid... it will get you half way there!

@MustangMedic 11 жыл бұрын

Nice work, we do the same thing appreciate your videos.

@mobilechief 5 жыл бұрын

Ive been doing it that way since the late 70s, thanks for the vid

@noonespecific9463 4 жыл бұрын

Good video, subbed, nice and straight to it , great job!!

@jeep4wheeloffroad 11 жыл бұрын

Great video! I will be using your method in the near future! Thanks!

@eunicechalmers1467 9 жыл бұрын

This is a very educational video. Thank you very much .you've really have helped me !

@bleepinjeep 9 жыл бұрын

Eunice Chalmers sure thanks for watching and subbing!

@biggixer 11 жыл бұрын

Great vid. Will keep this one handy just in case I need it.

@lawrencemaxwell6536 7 жыл бұрын

excellent video you are the bleepin jeep man !!

@xboxgamingironeagle7772 7 жыл бұрын

great job as always Matt!😎👊

@BREEZEONE1 6 жыл бұрын

I've done this on the side of a trail more times than I would like to confess. Great job!

@oilspeculatorhater 6 жыл бұрын

Great to know and well done. Thank you for sharing.

@bleepinjeep 10 жыл бұрын

thanks for the tips

@blakewatson9516 9 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Thank you!

@skylined12 9 жыл бұрын

Great video man, really helped me out, subscribing now!

@konradglowacki9457 10 жыл бұрын

thanks, i was considering buying a press but this looks easy enough.

@uknowitstmoc 11 жыл бұрын

very helpful brother. thanks for that. ill be changing mine later this afternoon. know a couple jeep lovers and ill make sure they subscribe.

@bleepinjeep 11 жыл бұрын

sure, thanks for watching

@brandoncarter74 10 жыл бұрын

Awesome video!!! Thanks it helped a bunch.