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Offline kamaca

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u- joint replacement
« 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
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Re: u- joint replacement
« Reply #1 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?
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Re: u- joint replacement
« Reply #2 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.
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Re: u- joint replacement
« Reply #3 on: November 14, 2008, 05:20:12 PM »
thanks for the response. why no usa u joints with grease fittings??
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Re: u- joint replacement
« Reply #4 on: November 14, 2008, 05:43:52 PM »
most are crap and don't last
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Re: u- joint replacement
« Reply #5 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
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