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Fig. 4 A - 1 9 Installing U-Joint Bearing
slight burring of the journal can cause premature failure.
While pressing bearings into
move the spider
back and forth to make certain that the spiderjournals engage
the bearings squarely to avoid damage and binding. If binding
exists, remove the bearings and spider and examine for
dislodged rollers or damaged journals.
If excessive resistance is encountered, the bearings
should be removed as this is an indication that one or more
of the needles are out of place.
4.
While observing the previous precautions, install the
balance of the bearings necessary to complete the assembly
and install snap rings.
5. Strike the yoke firmly with a hammer to fully seat the
snap rings against the yoke. Turn the spider to make certain
that it is free (Fig.
4A-20).
Assemble of Universal Joint
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H and X Series
When reassembling a propeller shaft, use complete
universal joint repair kit (Fig.
4A-21).
Place dust seals on spider with the cavity of seal toward
end of spacer. Press seal onto spider, exercising caution
during installation to prevent seal distortion and to assure
proper seating of seal on spider.
Make sure that the lubricant reservoir at the end of each
spider is completely filled with lubricant. In filling these
reservoirs, pack lubricant into the holes so as to fill from the
bottom. The use of a squeeze bottle is recommended. This will
prevent air pockets and ensure an adequate supply of
lubricant.
1.
Position spider into yoke. Partially install one bearing
cap into yoke. Start spider into bearing cap. Partially install
other cap, align spider into cap and press caps into yoke.
2.
Install snap rings.
Fig. 4 A - 2 0 Seating U-Joint Snap Rings
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