Front Axle Rebuild

[MScruiser]

the original link is busted....

looking for a good tech write up for rebuilding the front axle/knuckles

 

[Fallon 40]

!Oy: Coolermans 1971 FJ40 Build

I just finished mine and Marks write up is all I needed.

 

[velillen]

the original link is busted....

looking for a good tech write up for rebuilding the front axle/knuckles

I used a combination of coolerman's write and the FSM. First time I ever did an axle rebuild and I will say its not that hard at all youll just need a couple tools (bearing/race driver and seal puller/bearing puller) to make it even easier.

Also if you order from cruiser outfitters, they include the pages out of the FSM for you.

 

[sggoat]

Anyone have a solution to high preload(11 lbs) after new brgs installed?(don't have the Toy SST to do the FSM calcs)

 

[Vandal FJ]

I recently installed a rebuilt (as I was told) 1977 disc brake front axle and installed it under my 1972 40. I was out messing around in the driveway and grabbed either side of the driver front tire and pushed/pulled it back and forth (laterally, facing the hub, vehicle is on the ground) and discovered some play in it. Both sides do it. Can’t imagine this is normal. Any thoughts?? Hoping I didn’t get screwed on this deal. Thanks!

 

[rkymtnflyfisher]

I recently installed a rebuilt (as I was told) 1977 disc brake front axle and installed it under my 1972 40. I was out messing around in the driveway and grabbed either side of the driver front tire and pushed/pulled it back and forth (laterally, facing the hub, vehicle is on the ground) and discovered some play in it. Both sides do it. Can’t imagine this is normal. Any thoughts?? Hoping I didn’t get screwed on this deal. Thanks!

Check the wheel bearings and make sure they are tight.