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Title: u- joint replacement
Post by: kamaca on November 13, 2008, 04:46:15 PM

hey all,
i just removed and replaced the rear u- joint on my 1988 samurai. when reinstalling the c-clips i am only able to get one clip in on one cap but can't get the opposite clip in. new clips are slightly thicker . what's the fix ? thinner clips ??

thanks , pete

Title: Re: u- joint replacement
Post by: pepatt on November 13, 2008, 08:00:21 PM

If you got the clip in on one side I'll conclude that the clips fit in the detents.
I'd say you don't have the bearing caps seated properly.

Are you using a press or another method?

Title: Re: u- joint replacement
Post by: mrfuelish on November 13, 2008, 10:29:10 PM

I just reuse the old clips, make sure you put the sharp side out on them, and no usa u joints with the grease fitting on them on the rear shaft. call t.t. he sells a nice jap u-joint for 20.00 from mitsubishi uj-625 (old number ) but there good ones for the money.

Title: Re: u- joint replacement
Post by: kamaca on November 14, 2008, 05:20:12 PM

thanks for the response. why no usa u joints with grease fittings??

Title: Re: u- joint replacement
Post by: ROSS on November 14, 2008, 05:43:52 PM

most are crap and don't last

Title: Re: u- joint replacement
Post by: kamaca on November 15, 2008, 06:56:54 AM

thanks for the input. i picked up thinner retaining clips and snap ring pliers ( beats the heck out removing them with an awl and screw driver ) rings popped right in like they should !

thanks

pete