Looks Like I'm going to need to change out the axle ujoints in my d44 any suggestions of what else I should replace while I'm in there.
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blueblaze
1/2 ton status
Your 6 lug hub assembly/rotor. I know your going to get a 14 bolt sooner or later. I would check seals, bearings, races and hub internals. 
Only the common sense stuff really. Check your pads and disks as you pull it apart. Check the calipers for sticking pistons and sliding pins.
If you fancy a front locker now is the time to do it. A LockRight will drop straight in there while you've got the axles out. (depending on your gear ratio, you may need to take the carrier out and remove the ring gear to get the shaft out).
If you go that far, do the seals whilst you're in there.
Before you strip the hubs, spin them and listen for rumbling wheel bearings. Replace if nec., otherwise just grease them up when you stick it back together.
And last of all......if in doubt, ask on here! Don't screw something up because you weren't sure how to do it but didn't want to ask!
Good luck.
If you fancy a front locker now is the time to do it. A LockRight will drop straight in there while you've got the axles out. (depending on your gear ratio, you may need to take the carrier out and remove the ring gear to get the shaft out).
If you go that far, do the seals whilst you're in there.
Before you strip the hubs, spin them and listen for rumbling wheel bearings. Replace if nec., otherwise just grease them up when you stick it back together.
And last of all......if in doubt, ask on here! Don't screw something up because you weren't sure how to do it but didn't want to ask!
Good luck.
Burt4x4
1 Ton First Gen
Spindel Bearing is often overlooked in most cases dryed out.
Good Luck
Good Luck
I have a factory service manual around somewhere I'll try and scan a pic and have you guys mark what you think I should change unless someone has a part number list already.
More info is it has 3.73 hubs are new also. Thanks guys this will be my first axle tear down. But I guess its better to learn in the driveway than on the trail.
More info is it has 3.73 hubs are new also. Thanks guys this will be my first axle tear down. But I guess its better to learn in the driveway than on the trail.
Goober
1/2 ton status
Replace the spindle bearings and seals as long as you have it all apart. Dana part # 706527x will run you about $15. / side.
... or you can buy both kits from this guy on ebay: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&tc=photo&item=7947293677&category=33728
... or you can buy both kits from this guy on ebay: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&tc=photo&item=7947293677&category=33728
blueblaze
1/2 ton status
alf4444 said:I have a factory service manual around somewhere I'll try and scan a pic and have you guys mark what you think I should change unless someone has a part number list already.
More info is it has 3.73 hubs are new also. Thanks guys this will be my first axle tear down. But I guess its better to learn in the driveway than on the trail.
I have some extra part's in the garage, spindle's, hub assmble etc. If for some reason you need something. It would be free.
Goober said:Replace the spindle bearings and seals as long as you have it all apart. Dana part # 706527x will run you about $15. / side.
... or you can buy both kits from this guy on ebay: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&tc=photo&item=7947293677&category=33728
Thanks Just ordered these!
blueblaze said:I have some extra part's in the garage, spindle's, hub assmble etc. If for some reason you need something. It would be free.
SWEET! Sounds like you may have done it before, can I call on ya if I get lost?
blueblaze
1/2 ton status
Are you doing it tonight? I have a company party at the Sky Box. I could help out tomorrow...
I'm going to gather all the parts first probalbly be a couple weeks
blueblaze
1/2 ton status
alf4444 said:
Right on... Let me know.
'71k204x4454
Registered Member
I found this on here (Sorry I don't remeber who I got it from.) the other day that has some good manuals in it. http://www.corvettemania.com/useful/
[QUOTE='71k204x4454]I found this on here (Sorry I don't remeber who I got it from.) the other day that has some good manuals in it. http://www.corvettemania.com/useful/[/QUOTE]
SWEET! Nice find! Thanks
SWEET! Nice find! Thanks
