i need to change both the front and rear driveshaft u-joints on my 2000 chevy s-10 can anybody explain how i do this?Does anyone know how to change a u-joint?
You remove the driveshaft from the rear differential first,then you pull the shaft out of the back of the transmission. Now you can either take the shaft to a machine shop or sometimes (a reputable auto parts store has a backroom where they do this) and they can press out the old and press in the new joints. Otherwise two are usually c-clamped while the other two of each side are pressed in. You can usually if you dont have the proper tools,use a socket of a smaller sized diameter and hammer out one side with the socket as the punch - remove the cap and then reverse it and hammer out the other side. Be sure to remove the spring locks before hammering them through though. To replace the new ones then you must remove one sides cap in order for it to fit between the yoke. Watch out here because the cap has all the roller bearings in it.The grease usually holds them in place- But when you start to put the cap you had to remove in order to get the joint in the yoke back on - you must make sure the bearings stay in place,or one that falls will damage the joint. If you have a table vise is even better at pressing them back in rather than hammering them with a socket.you can clamp it down on the end caps as you slowly turn the vise in and making sure that everything is still in place. This being your first time, you should take it slow and be sure of how you are doing it. And if this doesnt make any sense to you then you may want to go purchase a repair manual from the auto store and read it step by step.Does anyone know how to change a u-joint?
Buy the Haynes Repair manual for your car's make and model. It is like having a mechanic right there with you. I have been using one for my cars for years.Does anyone know how to change a u-joint?
No offense intended but if you dont know how to do it you`ll be better off letting some one who does.Does anyone know how to change a u-joint?
Really simple. Spray the nuts with wd 40 or other lubricant. loosen them and tap the u bolt out of the holes, being careful not to damage the threads. You may have a clip on the end of the U joint holdint it into place. You can remove this with some pliers or you can buy the special tool. You may have to use a vixe to remove the u joint or tap it out, it depends on how old and how long it has been in use. After removing the old U joint, replace it with the new, making sure the caps do not come off the spindle.Replace the u bolt and nutsDoes anyone know how to change a u-joint?
it's fairly easy. YOU should get an s 10 repair manual though and not go by the answers thing. Basically lift the vehicle. disconnect one end then the other usually back then front, remove the old joints, lube, replace joints and replace the drive shaft the reverse of the way you took it down
