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After I got the rear end fixed up I took the jeep for a test drive. I got 1/4 mile and heard some nasty sounds. I looked out and noticed that the front left wheel was wobbling like a drunk man. Concerned that the wheel would fall off if I put lateral stress on it by turning I backed up all the way to the house. I raised the vehicle, removed the front left wheel and hub. As I removed the hub the outer bearings fell on to the ground. I guess that is a problem.
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Front Left Axel, Spindle and Bearing
Removed the differential cover. There was probably enough gear oil in there to keep the mud from freezing. I need to install higher axel ventilation tubes to keep the water out. Every time I take the Jeep for a swim I am pouring muddy water into the axels. That's got to be not a good thing... |
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What's the best way to get that outer bearing off and a new one on? I've tried using a gear puller on it but was not been successful. Maybe I need to try harder? Even if comes off I doubt the new one will just slide on. |
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Front left u-joint. |
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Top down view of the axel and steering knuckle. |
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Another shot of the u-joint. |
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