Here's how you change a U-Joint the easy way. With just a little patience, penetrating oil, and some simple tools, you can change an old rusty worn out Universal joint with very little effort.
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@ralphlewis53910 ай бұрын
One other comment- the caps are actually supposed to be a tight fit. They are designed like that. They should NOT just slide in with a push from your fingers. That indicates worn bores or (less likely) mis sized U-joint caps. If caps slide in by hand, you should think about replacing that driveshaft yoke. You should need to lightly tap them in with a hammer, at least. I've been turning wrenches since the 1980's and I can assure you that Spicer designs their yokes this way.
@tjm390010 ай бұрын
Thank you ! This should be be repeated. You SHOULD NOT be able to press the caps in with your fingers. The caps are an interference fit. If you want to know how to fit UJ's CORRECTLY watch some of the excellent tutorials on UJ's on KZfaq by Weber University. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rJaCjbmCtryxiqc.htmlsi=NbwCikeWxKp5OHOg
@donames694110 ай бұрын
You right i been turning wrenches sents 74 and seen lots o bad u joints jobs go bad cause of that and get joints with grease fitting and lub every 6 months and your never do it again
@xxlxpman10 ай бұрын
I don't think you should be able to set the caps with your fingers, sounds worn out or enlarged by excessive sanding. JMHO
@ryank568810 ай бұрын
@@xxlxpman yea, if they are that easy to press in then the yoke is junk. Ever lose a drive-shaft? On top of that, using a vise or c-clamp without properly supporting the ears will bend them, if the press fit is proper... Then you'll get lots of practice changing them, lol.. The wrong way anyhow...
@livewire275910 ай бұрын
Yeah, not just Spicer, but all u-joints and yokes are designed to have a pressed fit so the bearing caps don't spin. The only exception I know of is heavy duty, class 8 semi trucks... the u-joint caps are supposed to slide in by hand on those, but they use cap screws to hold the caps in place. I always use a file to clean out the rust, but I've NEVER greased the cap bores like this guy did.
@kevintulak99872 жыл бұрын
When I was a kid I remember my uncle crawling under my dads old truck in the middle of nowhere replacing a u-joint. My dad always carried an extra in his glove compartment. I was amazed at how quickly he was able to do it with hardly any tools. Ingenuity from years of working in the bush. This looks much easier. Thanks for sharing.
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@Dave-ty2qp10 ай бұрын
Finally a youtuber that knows how to do the job right, and respect the fact that cleaning and prep is the key to all good maintenance actions. Patients during disassembly will save you tons of headaches in the future.
@grahameroberts810910 ай бұрын
Patients from a hospital? You would need PATIENCE for that!
@Dave-ty2qp10 ай бұрын
Thank you for the correction. I appreciate that. @@grahameroberts8109
@Hjerte_Verke10 ай бұрын
He got a few things wrong and left some info out and that is kind of disappointing in the slightest and can wreak havoc in parts at the most-est (lol).
@Dave-ty2qp10 ай бұрын
Kind of an unspecific post. What was left out, and what was wrong? @@Hjerte_Verke
@Roybwatchin10 ай бұрын
Nice video. I always use a bench vise to press cups out and in. I realize lots of people do not have access to a vise, and so the hammer is only option. But, everything else in your video including the cleaning and polishing up the bores, etc. is spot on. Makes everything go together smoothly. A shame that Ford doesn't have grease zerks from the factory. Otherwise, you likely wouldn't have needed to change them out, lol....
@captainamericaamerica809010 ай бұрын
Ford has synthetic grease ones The are permanent, the best
@williamlewis784610 ай бұрын
The cross-drilled holes for the Grease zerks actually take strength from the U joint. I prefer Zerks myself but that is for lower torque applications.
@user-zn8kb2by4k3 ай бұрын
Should have marked yoke so to install in the same as it was disassembled.I liked your install until you used c clamp. After 30 years in a drive line shop ,these were the biggest problems with customer install u joints.
@fluorescentblack43362 жыл бұрын
The way you give knowledge and advice is really a joy to listen to. Thanks for letting us know about this channel. It really complements your other channel. If you’re gonna live off grid, maintaining your transport yourself, is essential. Subscribed
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@beenbeatenbybishops584510 ай бұрын
Thanks for the Video. Takes me back. 40 years ago I did a ton of these. I was lucky. I had a vise. Made it even easier. Constant velocity U-joints on full size RWD GM's were a little more challenging though. Makes me feel good to see a young guy willing to work and to do it right. You are a good man Dave.
@edwardpate612810 ай бұрын
I remember doing the CV joint on with my dad on his 66 Riviera. Yeah those things could be a bit tricky.
@glennmuir5617 Жыл бұрын
Excellent video Dave; good camera angles; clear , concise narration; well done.
@gosmoothgolight75672 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the "break" from the snow removal job :) This info should come in handy when refurbishing my van before my next trip out to Rapid City. Thanks, Dave! God Bless ... see you down the road
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dave.
@muffs55mercury618 ай бұрын
Thanks for the great video. I once replaced a set of U joints but it was a bear since I did not think to oil and clean the yoke thoroughly. I had one of those hydraulic jack presses from Harbor Freight Tools but it was still a bear in that I didn't not oil the old joint to get it out easier and like I said before did not clean the yoke. Lesson learned right here----thanks. Many machine shops that did this kind of work have closed in the last 20 years or so so this is great to be able to do it yourself.
@davidjones86802 жыл бұрын
"Just keep everything all greased and oiled up" is what my dad taught me from a very young age. Its no big secret in getting these things to last a very long time, its just down to simple lubrication. Our old 1969 Ford D Series truck (the first brand new truck my father ever purchased) is still running on its original UJ's, they get a pump of grease every week. It never ceases to amaze me that most vehicle manufacturers now routinely fit non-greasable UJ's, its like they are just setting you up for an early failure and a reqular and expensive trip to one of their dealerships. David in the UK.
@ufartface2 жыл бұрын
stealership
@davidjones86802 жыл бұрын
@@ufartface Absolutly spot on there.
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
yes and no........I totally understand what you mean, but the u joints in this truck were non greasable and they were ORIGINAL and had 250k miles on them. What I've always been told is the non greasable joints have much better seals and last a long time........the greasable ones have seals that are meant to let grease push by them when you grease them.....so if you have greasable joints you need to keep them greased.
@davidjones86802 жыл бұрын
@@cheapwheels9828 Keeping things greased is a real passion with me, I find it theraputic pushing old grease out and replacing it with new. My grease gun is older that our oldest Ford truck, heck, its probably older than me. 250,000 miles on a set of sealed UJs sounds good, but our old Ford has done more than ten times that and still on the originals. But, having said all that, if people dont grease there grease points, its all going to go sour very quickly. Dont forget to grease your new UJs often, I send you a reminder now and then. Lol. Keep up the great work on all your channels Dave, lm an avid follower of them all. David in the UK.
@bennyhuxen99294 ай бұрын
Didn't see the pins inside be careful are they start falling out of new u joint,
@dalet62502 жыл бұрын
Good video Dave. Never have had to change a U-joint but nice to know I could if needed. Thanks.
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
No problem 👍
@RickaramaTrama-lc1ys13 күн бұрын
Great Job to show is weekend warriors how to do this right. I have an '87 Ford 250 and it's my proud and joy and I made my living out of it after I retired from The Bell System and always lubed and oiled it myself and she could use these new U-Joints so you made it seem so easy so the new joints are on their way~!! liked and subscribed.
@bobashmore64422 жыл бұрын
Very concise. I was really amazed the first time I changed out U joints at how easy it actually is to do but like anything else it's really hard until you know how. I got lucky in that a good friend of mine knew what he was doing and was more than willing, for the low low price of a six pack (which we shared), to show me the first time I ever needed to do it. Thanks for a great video that brought me back some good memories at the same time.
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@MatthewTaylorAu2 ай бұрын
This is a good thorough video. More detail than Chrisfix. Much appreciated.
@freezerburn0410 ай бұрын
Right off I was like yeah, yeah, yeah done this a hundred times. But after shutting my mouth and listening to your tutorial I learned a ton. I realize my past errors and they will not reoccur. Thanks man!!! AA+++
@famman87292 жыл бұрын
I did not know you had this channel…….LOVE IT!!!!! I have the same truck, only in a crew cab, and always try to do my own work. Looking forward to watching the older videos.
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
Thanks !
@kevola57392 жыл бұрын
Good stuff Dave! The retaining clips have a sharp 90 degree on one side and a curved edge on the other. Place the sharp 90 degree to the outside of the joint for better retention. Seat the clips into the groove with a punch or screwdriver to insure they bottom out into the groove. Make sure the zerk grease fitting is located in the correct position. If it is placed towards the differential on the rear joint you may not be able to get a grease gun on the fitting. I prefer to hammer out the old joints while supporting the opposite ears on the jaws of a open vise. This helps to support the ears of the yoke so they do not spread apart or twist causing alignment problems. I also put a little heavy grease into the cups to make sure the needle bearings do not fall out of place while pressing or hammering in the new cups. It’s always the little things that get you but if your aware of them you wonder what all the fuss is about. Speaking of little things, how’s Moose doing. Is he herding you around the yard yet?
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips! Moose is growing like a weed.
@jeffersonspace2 жыл бұрын
Great footage, and narration here Mr. Dave. I think I remember helping my late older Brother do a UV on a 57 Chevy (circa 1968). I was the one holding the flashlight at 9:00 pm on a school night. Dam, was I having fun. Bless
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
Very cool!
@modeljetjuggernaut48642 ай бұрын
Sheeeit...my old ones were so seized up on there, it took a butane torch, some medieval black smith hammering and a frikkin cutting wheel. Your prep work for the new ones will come in handy...thanks!
@henrytupper695910 ай бұрын
Very good tutorial. The first time I did it was at least 40 years before I had a computer. I used a big c clamp. It was for my 67 G10 van. Still have it.
@leer-winnobbeefarms213110 ай бұрын
Some absolutely great tips! I'm a farmer and I've grown to HATE universal joints, but even after 30 years of doing them - you've given me some help! Thanks CW, Lee
@jonathanhandsmusic5 ай бұрын
Good video! You covered everything that I needed to know. Thanks.
@72timhall2 жыл бұрын
We were driving out some large rusted press fit bolts at the cement plant. After lubing it and getting it to move,we hit it back the other way a bit to spread the lube around before driving it out .It seemed counterproductive to drive it back in the wrong direction that little bit,but they came out faster that way. Love your videos, Dave.Just good common sense solutions
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tim
@johnnypool22063 ай бұрын
Maaaan....this is exactly what I have to do to my 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme and my 1978 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Brougham coupe. This is a very informative video. Thank You.
@CodyRedskin9 ай бұрын
When I take driveshafts out of any car to do u-joints, I always mark exactly the way they were before I took them out, for some reason had vibration on like vettes and other cars, so good idea or tip, good vid btw..
@asaturn10 ай бұрын
your tip about cleaning out and polishing everything before inserting the new u joints was helpful. stupid, but nobody ever suggested this to me and I had a lot of trouble pressing in new joints. after doing what you did mine slid right in with my hands. 10x easier!
@bertgrau393410 ай бұрын
Sir, excellent video. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Im certain it will help many people.
@kesasoutbacktruckingjourne6625 Жыл бұрын
This was very educational and you are a good teacher, I have managed to change my universal joint with the help of your video.
@cheapwheels9828 Жыл бұрын
Glad it helped
@frankmarullo2282 жыл бұрын
Dave these video's are AWESOME.. Plus the way you talk on them is very professional.. Thank you Frank from montana...
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
thanks Frank
@shanew.williams3 ай бұрын
Excellent instruction ! I'm a retired auto technician of 20+ years & this is exactly how you do it & do it right.
@urbanlumberjack2 жыл бұрын
Very cool. Never had to replace these but will do so if I have to in the future! Saving money is where it’s at
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
right on
@jrgofast24 күн бұрын
Great video Dave. Good tips throughout!
@localcrew10 ай бұрын
Great video with the best advice for home mechanics. Just subscribed!
@aquadan0058 ай бұрын
Bustin' knuckles since the 70's here. I'll add a handy tip. When you're re-installing the caps, fill them 1/2 way with grease. As you press them back in you are back greasing them. You will see grease come out of the zerk hole, all that's left is install the zerk fitting and viola' all greased.
@thatrealba11 ай бұрын
This is an EXCELLENT video. I happen to be in the middle of battling a yoke with bent ears from my rotary mower. The part is obsolete and unavailable. Joy. I do have a plan for some heat and bending action on those ears. Nice one, Dave.
@joethomas7962 жыл бұрын
Ok, this reminds me that I have work to do on the old f350. Thanks Dave for all the useful information you put out.
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
good luck
@joethomas7962 жыл бұрын
@@cheapwheels9828 Thanks, I need it. My front right hydraulic brake line from the abs module blew out. I'll tell you what, it was an interesting drive the rest of the way home.
@jackirichard4142 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the very informative video and great tips on replacing universal joints. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
you bet
@OffgridwithJayandJen2 жыл бұрын
Nice work.....First U-joint I replaced was on my 89 jeep XJ.....was how I got into watching youtube, LOL. Hope you and Brooke are well. Best wishes
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@JacobAHull-nx6rx9 ай бұрын
Awesome dave, clean wins.! I've done a couple of these. I have one to replace on a an old brush hog that blew apart yesterday. I don't know why I've never cleaned the bore..i definitely will from now on..thanks man.
@savagewolf19662 жыл бұрын
Nice fix Dave, 👊 looks like that's been bad for a while. Endless repairs here in Michigan ,mud, salt , pot holes take there tol on our vehicles.You made that fix look easy!👍
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
no joke. These were stock. 250k on them
@johndunbar23932 жыл бұрын
Can't tell ya how many u joints I've changed in my life, but I still wanted to watch the video and leave a thumbs up and a comment, because I believe in what Dave is trying to do here. Thank you Dave. Your effort is noticed.
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
thanks John
@edhansen85315 күн бұрын
Same in a sense, but I do it all and all so emery cloth. I don't grease the yolks though because I will never be changing them again. My present f150 has 356,000 km on the originals. 1) always change all u-joint on a driveline at the same time including steady bearing. 2) wrap some electrical tape around the u-joints body to hold the two opposing caps in place so they don't accidentally fall off into the dirt. 3) try to understand why the u-joint went out in the first place, a) just wore out, b) a dent or bent in shaft, c) a weight got knocked off. And seeing as there has been some vibration going on check the transmission seal and pinion seal for any leakage. I know it's a pain to change the seals but it will save a big expense later on.
@patmartel97802 жыл бұрын
As a professional mecanic,I found your technic as good as mine,with less expensive tool 😉.Very well explain!
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
Thanks Pat! I appreciate that
@johnsnyder90338 ай бұрын
One of the main parts that may be overlooked as we use oil change places and/or we get in hurry when we change our own oil. A loose U-joint, especially the front one is very dangerous as the front of the shaft can fall out, catch on the ground or slide around and get caught under a rear tire. There is enough tension and force from vehicle to flip it over if caught under the tire. Very good video. Wish we had these videos when I was much younger. Had 80 year old friend was trying to change his and I didn't remember how to change it. Thanks.
@bobmonger614210 ай бұрын
Very well done! Good side tips as well.
@gordbaker8963 ай бұрын
If the joint you are replacing has a grease fitting be SURE that the fitting points to the Centre of the Driveshaft for future lubrication. Caps should fit *Tightly* in Yokes.
@michaelmulhall34743 ай бұрын
Good video. Lots of good information. Thank you.
@jamesrichardson77110 ай бұрын
Wow 💥 what a "great" video !!! Well done gentlemen!!! 🛠🔨
@djcoon17312 жыл бұрын
Nice and simple. Looking forward to the next job . Thx
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@MM_in_Havasu2 жыл бұрын
Excellent tutorial on u-joint removal and proper replacement! Not that hard to do with a few hand tools and a good C-clamp. Thanks for the cool video, Dave!
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@denniskazich7559 Жыл бұрын
Cleaning burrs and nicks on drive shaft where u joint is installed is definitely crucial. Great job covering this important procedure. Makes the difference in a smooth u joint.
@cheapwheels9828 Жыл бұрын
Thanks
@littlejet11 Жыл бұрын
Got here way of your wife's channel ...by way of the Bush radical channel...by way of the guitar 🎸 page and now here 😂 enjoy all of them. Enjoy your guitar playing . I have been playing country guitar for 25 years and have many many guitars.. but just wanted to say thanks and God Bless... P.s. your wife putting the shocks on her cabin and having the rope still knotted.. Had me and my wife rolling ..😂😂 .. ( I'm laughing because we have done some blonde stuff like that before..) we have learned some great tips and hints .. thanks again ...sorry it was so long ..
@cheapwheels9828 Жыл бұрын
LOL
@michaellaguitan81252 жыл бұрын
Great tutorial!!! I remember replacing the driveshaft u-joints on my truck. It was my first time doing it and it was a nightmare. All the tips you gave, I didn't have or know. So needless to say after removing, installing and test driving.....the driveshaft fell off. Keep up the good work!
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
I used to press out U joints but this way has worked a lot better for me
@fordenginebuildersv8power1842 жыл бұрын
Great video Dave!
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@hose823910 ай бұрын
What a class act! (at 67yrs old I picked up some pointers I was never taught thru the years) You presented it very well, I wish you well, my friend!!
@user-ts2zl9jw1m24 күн бұрын
Amazing sir I've learned so much and how to do it probably thanks again
@pepawg22812 жыл бұрын
Heck, your videos are so enjoyable I'd watch one of you changing channels with a TV remote!!
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
Wow LOL, thanks!
@tylerhoward27033 ай бұрын
what are the odds i look up a u joint video and have the pleasure of being hosted by my favorite cabin builder, be radical buddy.
@jtest125 ай бұрын
Great video. I really liked the presentation and the close up views
@ldg42422 ай бұрын
Very well explained thank you this is a great video
@rogersavoie457011 ай бұрын
Great video right to the point, also a great opportunity to service the slip joint, it will dry up, seize and play havoc on the pinion, transfer case or transmission bearings.
@cheapwheels982810 ай бұрын
Great tip!
@shawnr7712 жыл бұрын
Good information and well explained. Like anything else cleaning and prep make the project go easier.
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
well said
@robertbeaulieu872110 ай бұрын
Way ta be Dave well doneYou and KZfaq go together like a hand and a glove. cheers
@lawrencesteger557410 ай бұрын
And chearsssss again!!!!#!#
@jreeder61688 ай бұрын
Very good demo. Thanks
@doesnotexist785410 ай бұрын
Clear voice, right speed and very informative.
@waltercannon863 ай бұрын
I have never had any caps slide in that easy in all my 50 years of wrenching.And l did the prep work.I always pressed mine in.
@jupiterio59549 ай бұрын
One of the best UJ tutorials on KZfaq, thank you👍🇬🇧🇺🇸
@clintonroushff70682 жыл бұрын
Keep up the good work. Take care David
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
Thanks, you too!
@COFFEE-e3p8 ай бұрын
DAVE THANK-YOU ,....YOU THE MAN !!
@martinjcamp2 жыл бұрын
What a nice video. Thank You for sharing all that important information.
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@CraveNature2 жыл бұрын
Love your channels Dave! Great content
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that!
@frankmcmanus51422 жыл бұрын
Great video. Thank you I have several small flex hones in my tool box and I use those and a bit of blaster or brake clean ,cleans the bores right up
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
That would be awesome.
@davidfriedline75258 ай бұрын
Good job ! Dave !
@bottmar1 Жыл бұрын
It's a good practice to drive the first cup in deeper than it will end up. That way the trunion will reach further and allow the rollers in the other cup to ride on the trunion earlier, keeping them in place while pressing that cup into it's proper location, which will drive the first cup back against it.s snap ring. Not doing this procedure allows the rollers to fall out of place too easily.
@cumminsscout10 ай бұрын
Or one or two rollers flipping flat - always my worry!
@bottmar110 ай бұрын
@cumminsscout. That is my worry too. That is why I drive the first cup in farther than it will be later on as the trunion will be projecting out so the second cups rollers will reach their trunion shaft first, before the cup touches the yoke. That insures no rollers will be dislodged as you are only guiding them on without interference from the cup starting in it's hole. The whole works will drive in as a unit, pushing the first cup against it's snap ring. This works good on constant velocity joints too, where you have an increased complex assembly to maintain roller placement.
@tandemwings47338 ай бұрын
Correct.
@normdeclercq40523 ай бұрын
Great video well done
@steveperry134410 ай бұрын
i use to do to do all my own work too but now i'm too old but i enjoyed watching you do it. good show.
@RickaramaTrama-lc1ys13 күн бұрын
>>>DITTO
@wildhoser11 күн бұрын
Thanks Dave, i dont have presses and what not so good to know i can still get this done.
@jamesallen.-_-_2 жыл бұрын
Great video. You did great job explaining it
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@edwarddemedeiros360710 ай бұрын
Very good and informative video! Had to subscribe.
@OregonMike2 жыл бұрын
You mean the picks from my home dentistry kit? 😁 Good to have a new video from you. Soon it will be yard sale season...
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
I hear ya'
@digitalwayanenetwork105614 күн бұрын
Awesome to the Point. Outstanding presentation.
@2pugman7 күн бұрын
WD 40 also helps.
@alanj73062 жыл бұрын
Great to see you, Dave! It’s definitely been a while. Hope you guys are doing well and staying safe.
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
Thanks! You too!
@lesdrinkwater4902 жыл бұрын
Good video. Thanks Dave
@franktarawa13004 ай бұрын
Great video. No b.s. talk. Many tnx. Regards from Sydney Australia
@backyardprojects9945 Жыл бұрын
Very helpful, thanks.
@carlatsu87146 ай бұрын
Well done Davs
@dslade68337 ай бұрын
You did amazing on this video super good detail and information 👌🏼
@cheapwheels98287 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!!
@larrysincredibletrailers221310 ай бұрын
I totally forgot about the grease nipple. Thanks for reminding me.
@scotspie501douglas78 ай бұрын
brings back so many memories
@WatchRichRebuildsChannel10 ай бұрын
Great video 👍👍
@jrjones43710 ай бұрын
Great video well explained
@tobiasfaraday66272 жыл бұрын
Great video !
@wklorenz3 ай бұрын
Great job !!!!
@chriso97242 жыл бұрын
You make it look easy lol, thanks
@cheapwheels98282 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@kennethperian437010 ай бұрын
Good job showing telling,keep up the good work see ya next time see ya bye.
@1glopz3 ай бұрын
Dam you revealed the secret :) great job sir the plus side of having a pick up and a pallet to work on
@patrickwendling67599 ай бұрын
Thank you for your knowledge and videos USA 🇺🇸 USA 🇺🇸
@lenflatoff8516 Жыл бұрын
Great Job 👍
@rodneyblair51510 ай бұрын
Thanks looks simpler than what I do I like to see clamp trick I will remember