1948 Willys CJ-2A
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AZVAJKU
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Thanks!
AZVAJKU
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I’ve really learned a lot as this unfolds. Been trying to read all I can and watch pertinent videos. Hands on is definitely the best way to learn.
I have also spent some $$ but it’s been well worth it. Don’t tell my wife!
AZVAJKU
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The original OEM grease/lube used is no longer available so there are different viewpoints on what to use. It appears standard grease was used in the knuckle and because of how thick it is it has been slung to the outer edges of the chamber by centrifugal force causing the ‘balls’ in the Bendix joint to not be properly lubed. When I put this back together I’ll probably use 90wt lube.
AZVAJKU
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I decided to just buy some new Spicer shafts and use the old warn hubs I already have.
These shafts have Zerk fittings that must be removed for proper internal clearance while rotating.
Another issue I ran into is that the Spicer joint will not fit through the front of the knuckle so that must be removed to install the shafts than the knuckle is replaced.
These shafts have Zerk fittings that must be removed for proper internal clearance while rotating.
Another issue I ran into is that the Spicer joint will not fit through the front of the knuckle so that must be removed to install the shafts than the knuckle is replaced.
jeeeep
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A good wheel bearing grease and wheel bearing grease packer to eliminate all air pockets is handy and less messy.
With the Wiilys I had, it called for cleaning up and packing those bearings every 6,000 Mi along with the oil change and everything else.
