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16-4
PROPELLER SHAFT AND UNIVERSAL
PROPELLER SHAFT
KR705A
Fig. 7 A u b b l e Location fForward of Center)
n
KR 706A
Fig. 8-Bubble
Location (Rear of Center)
(4)
To adjust the rear joint angle, if required, loos-
en all U-bolt nuts and install two-degree tapered
wedges between both rear springs and axle housing
spring pads (Fig. 9).
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1
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Fig. 9 4 n s t a l l i n g Tapered Wedge
(5)
If the bubble is
forward
of the third graduation,
install the wedges with the thick edge of the wedge
toward the front of the car. If the bubble is centered,
or
behind
the center graduation, install the wedges
with the thick edge of the wedge toward the rear of
the car. Tighten the U-bolt nuts to
55
foot-pounds.
(6)
Remeasure the rear joint angle, then reinstall
the rebound bumper and plate assembly on the differ-
ential carrier. Tighten the screws
200
inch pounds.
Removal
(1)
Remove both rear universal joint roller and
bushing assembly clamps from the drive pinion flange
(Fig.
2).
Do not disturb the retaining strap
used
to
hold the bushing assemblies on the universal joint
cross.
CAUTION:
Do not allow the propeller shaft to drop
or hang loose from either joint during removal.
Wire up or otherwise support the
loose
end of the
shaft to prevent damage to the joint.
(2) Models with Ball and Trunnion Type Front Uni-
versal
Joint-Disconnect
joint (Fig.
1)
from the trans-
mission flange by removing the attaching bolt nuts
and remove the propeller shaft from the vehicle.
(3) Models with Cross and Roller Type Front Uni-
versal Joint with Sliding Front
Y o k b l i d e the pro-
peller shaft and front yoke from the transmission out-
put shaft (Fig.
4).
Be careful not to damage the output
or yoke splines.
Examine the sliding yoke seal for
evidence of leakage. If no leakage is evident, do not
disturb the seal. If it is necessary to replace the seal
refer to Transmission Group.
Installat ion
(1)
Models with Ball and Trunnion Type Front
Universal
Joint-Attach
the front universal joint
to
the transmission flange. Tighten the attaching bolt
nuts to
32
foot-pounds.
(2) Models with Cross and Roller Type Front Uni-
versal Joint with Sliding Front
Yak-Before install-
ing the propeller shaft clean the old lubricant from
the front yoke splines. Relubricate with approximately
one-third ounce of Multi-Mileage Lubricant, Part
Number
2525035,
spread evenly over all the splined
area of the yoke. Engage the yoke splines on the end
of the output shaft, being careful not to burr the
splines.
(3)
Install the rear universal joint cross roller
bushings in the seats of the pinion yoke. Install the
bushing clamps and attaching screws. Tighten the
screws to
170
inch-pounds.
BALL A N D T R U N N I O N UNIVERSAL
JOINT
Disassembly
(1)
Straighten the tabs on the cover (Fig.
1)
and
re-
move the cover and gasket. Push the body back and
remove the buttons, springs, ball and rollers and
washers from both ends of the trunnion pin.
(2)
Remove the cover clamps (Fig.
1)
and loosen
the dust cover. Remove the cover and polished jute
breather located between the shaft and rear end of
the cover. Save the breather.
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