10 bolt front axle repair questions

[lkfldredneck]

So, after a quick inspection, i realized both my U-joints are Screwed left and right. Also the axle shaft is able to move about an inch or so on the one side and less on the other. Is that normal or is there a bearing and seal that should be there? I cant find a good blown up axle diagram or a breakdown anywhere, LMC has one but i cant decode that damn thing.

Any help would be appreciated. Also to get the axles out, there isnt any retainer clips in the diff, is there? Never worked on one of these front axles internal wise..

[barry1982]

Hi There, I replaced my front axle u-joints about 10 years ago..... I don't believe they have retainer clips like the rear diff. If I remember right, they were little "spicer" u-joints. Did you try searching utube for a video?

[lkfldredneck]

Originally Posted by barry1982

Hi There, I replaced my front axle u-joints about 10 years ago..... I don't believe they have retainer clips like the rear diff. If I remember right, they were little "spicer" u-joints. Did you try searching utube for a video?

Thanks, and it depends cause mines the GM 10 bolt, not a Dana Spicer axle. I picked up moog lifetime warranty u joints for $75 today which is what Precision U joints calls for. I know how to swap u joints, i just wanted some internal info before i peel it apart thinking its just simple u joints and needing to take the clips off and end up being an all day job.

Ill look up some videos to try and get a thought on how to remove the stuff

[Front Range]

Drain the differential. Pull your lockouts, rotor and spindle. Axle should slide right out. Watch your seals when putting them back in, if you get gunk on the sealing surface you can get a diff fluid leak.

[lkfldredneck]

Originally Posted by Front Range

Drain the differential. Pull your lockouts, rotor and spindle. Axle should slide right out. Watch your seals when putting them back in, if you get gunk on the sealing surface you can get a diff fluid leak.

Thanks! That helps a lot. That was most of my needed info. I think i need to redo the housing cover seal anyways

[Front Range]

Axle seals in the tube. If you get any grit, dirt, or gouge the seal surface while sliding the axles out / in - it can create a leak out the end of the tube at the wheel. Most tubes will have dirt and crap inside between the diff housing and the knuckle.