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Torque tube
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flathead48 |
10-04-2012 @ 5:13 AM
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Guys, appreciate all the input, I picked up a complete rearend with tube I didn't want to do anything with the tube unless I could check out the center bearing to see it was ok, sorry I didn't explain my self better.
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supereal |
10-03-2012 @ 9:16 PM
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The grease fitting at the center of the torque tube secures the bearing collar, so be careful if you remove it. Replacing the bearing requires a special rig, so if it isn't making noise, I'd leave it alone.
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flathead48 |
10-03-2012 @ 5:21 PM
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Thanks guys for the info
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flathead48 |
10-03-2012 @ 5:21 PM
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Thanks guys for the info
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alanwoodieman |
10-03-2012 @ 12:43 PM
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if the driveshaft is out of the torque tube, look for any marks on it-worn down? which would indicate a bad bearing
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40guy |
10-03-2012 @ 12:40 PM
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If it's not making any funny noises; my bet is it's o.k. Don't forget to grease it . There is a fitting on the torque tube for this.
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flathead48 |
10-03-2012 @ 12:15 PM
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Since you can't see the center Bearing, is there any sure way, short of assembly and road test, to tell if it is good . Thanks, Rick
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