1998 Jeep Wrangler U-Joint Replacement

1998 Jeep Wrangler U-Joint Replacement. This is a demonstration of replacing the Universal Joints on a 1998 Jeep Wrangler, but as you might imagine, the process is very similar on other years and models. You can go directly to the section you want to see by clicking on the timecode below:

00:08 Removing right hub assembly
00:30 Using wire brush to remove scale from hub retaining bolts
01:02 Using hydraulic short ram to break hub free from steering knuckle
01:26 Cleaning/preparing steering knuckle for easier re-assembly
01:33 Applying anti-seize to steering knuckle
01:39 Removing left hub assembly
01:56 Removing old U-Joints
02:07 Removing rust and debris from the U-Joint retaining clips
02:35 Removing C-Clips from U-Joints
04:11 Removing accidental hammer blows from dust shield
04:24 Installing new U-Joints
05:47 Installing front drive axle
06:00 Installing left hub assembly
06:21 Applying anti-seize to axle shaft
07:00 Installing right hub assembly

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