So I am experiencing the growling common with using 4 wheel drive at higher speeds, with my 1989 BJ74 (OME lift and extended shackles)
I had my t-case rebuilt about 40 000kms ago with all new bearings. I have kept my front hubs locked in the last two winters, using 4Hi when necessary. Approximately 10 000km have been run this way with no problems or noise.
I just had the front driveshaft balanced and new U-joints installed. While it was out I tried running with my hubs locked in and their was no noise at all.
So I am assuming the issue is with the front output bearing on the T-case. When it was rebuilt the mechanic left out the little oil slinger washer thingy pictured below. Is this my problem? has it effected the preload on the output bearing??
I have a new bearing and seal to put in but not sure how this oil slinger should be situated or how to set up or determine the preload on the bearing??
You'll also notice in the pics that the oil slinger is a little rusty and has a couple bent tabs on the inside. Should I just clean it up, straighten it out and run it or try and find a new one?
I had my t-case rebuilt about 40 000kms ago with all new bearings. I have kept my front hubs locked in the last two winters, using 4Hi when necessary. Approximately 10 000km have been run this way with no problems or noise.
I just had the front driveshaft balanced and new U-joints installed. While it was out I tried running with my hubs locked in and their was no noise at all.
So I am assuming the issue is with the front output bearing on the T-case. When it was rebuilt the mechanic left out the little oil slinger washer thingy pictured below. Is this my problem? has it effected the preload on the output bearing??
I have a new bearing and seal to put in but not sure how this oil slinger should be situated or how to set up or determine the preload on the bearing??
You'll also notice in the pics that the oil slinger is a little rusty and has a couple bent tabs on the inside. Should I just clean it up, straighten it out and run it or try and find a new one?