Thanks for posting the video. This is exactly what I was looking for, I can't find videos on the suburbans that share parts with 73-87 trucks but this is a great reference.
@@joshuaatkins5197 I believe my 90 4x4 1500 had the original (automatic locking) setup; so yes it had a large spring compressed by a metal ring. Once the ring was popped off, everything was able to start sliding outward
Me pueden decir donde puedo conseguir los birlos que sujetan el guarda polvos ya los busqué en San Antonio Texas nada más es lo qué me falta para volver armar lo que es la masa de los frenos
@@MechanicLife no los tienen ya lleve asta la masa para que los chequen y no los encuentro ni en la agencia Chevrolet no entiendo por qué no los hay si eh comprado otras refacciones de automóviles clásicos como mustang 64 1/2 que es más antiguo que la blazer
I didnt see a snap ring on the outter splined shaft.....my truck dont have one...but theres,a grove in the spline for one....are we both missing a snap ring or is it not needed
where did you get those diagrams you showed towards the end ,,the detailed parts break down and assembly instructions . I need more direction than just a vid ,, thanks
Cool video, is it the same for 1987 Dodge W150, I need to replace u joint on axle shaft n change from full time hubs to part time.. need your in put... thx
I have a 75 GMC 3/4 ton. The axle shaft won't slide out of the knuckle. I have taken off both of the nuts holding the ball joints but the shaft is too big to fit in the hole. Do you have to take the knuckle completely off on a 3/4 ton?
Are you saying that you are unable to pull the shaft out of the axle because it wont fit through the knuckle? Is there movement in the axle when you pull on it? Like can you see that its to big for the hole? Thanks Greg!
Looking at this diagram are you able to confirm that you pulled 52-48? A lot of times one of those is still on and holds it in place. www.dennysdriveshaft.com/c718_dana_44_front_chevy.html
I have a 1975 k10 and am changing the rotors the spindle nuts are on tight and everything ive tried i cant get them off and they have been soaking in penetrating oil. Could i maybe use an impact? I have the spindle nut socket i just dont want to mess anything up or any advice would be great! Thanks.
@@gregorymalchuk272 no the balljoint and suspension has nothing to do with holding the axle in. This is a front differential not a transmission. The spindle keeps the axle in place. That was the the last bigger piece he removed. Once it's bolted in place, the axle can't come out.
@@MechanicLife i got it. It turned out to be the inner bearing keeping it from coming out. I put a spindle nut about half way and tugged on the rotor a bit to pop it out. Your video helped me a ton. For this is my first time. Thanks for breaking my 🍒 lol
Yup, Those are the stock rally rims. I have a video on how to refurbish them too. They are the originals that came with the truck. I have seen them at scrap yards from time to time though, craigslist, FB marketplace too.
@@montanamade1114 Weird I thought they would be need to be wider to support the 12.5" wide tire. They look great, and I'm happy to know a stock rim will look good with 33x12.5 tires
Do you have a video how to remove the axle have a 87 as el camino want to replace the whole thing and if it is possible to put a Corvette axle to put Corvette wheels
@@MechanicLife Thanks for the reply. Just discovered mine are blown clear out on the 77 K20 I am trying to bring back to life. Only ever replaced driveshaft Ujoints. Do the outside cap looking parts just pop off?
There is a snap ring that holds them in place. Then you should be good. This should help you too. www.fourwheeler.com/how-to/transmission-drivetrain/154-1109-easy-axleshaft-u-joint-replacement/
TY brother, couldn't have disassembled my hub without ya
Glad it worked out!
Thanks for the video. Super clear and informative. The pictures at the end are helpful too
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks for posting the video. This is exactly what I was looking for, I can't find videos on the suburbans that share parts with 73-87 trucks but this is a great reference.
Cool! Glad it worked out for you. Its a pretty easy process.
All solid axle 10 bolt gms will mix and match minus the inner parts. There were minor changes inside the diff
Its been so long since I did this I had to watch it again. 😆
Glad it was still there to watch! :)
I've been looking everywhere for a video to replace my 90 Suburban 4x4's front wheel bearings. This is a huge help, thank you!
Me too! But my warns that were on mine had a big spring in it. Did yours?
You bet! Glad it helped you out.
@@joshuaatkins5197 I believe my 90 4x4 1500 had the original (automatic locking) setup; so yes it had a large spring compressed by a metal ring. Once the ring was popped off, everything was able to start sliding outward
@@MechanicLife I successfully completed the job and referred back to your video at least a couple times. Seriously thanks again from a fellow DIY'r
Really appreciate the video just got a k20 dana 44 and wasn’t sure if there was a better way to get the spindle off but this helped
Awesome!
Great video, straight to the point, no bs and informative. Just what I was looking for and referring for future reference
Me pueden decir donde puedo conseguir los birlos que sujetan el guarda polvos ya los busqué en San Antonio Texas nada más es lo qué me falta para volver armar lo que es la masa de los frenos
Los compré en autozone. También puede quitar uno y llevarlo a un taller de pernos especializado para que lo combinen.
Thanks!
@@MechanicLife no los tienen ya lleve asta la masa para que los chequen y no los encuentro ni en la agencia Chevrolet no entiendo por qué no los hay si eh comprado otras refacciones de automóviles clásicos como mustang 64 1/2 que es más antiguo que la blazer
Thanks for the video, its been awhile since I had one apart . Little refresher is nice!
You bet!
I know it is kinda off topic but do anyone know a good website to watch newly released series online ?
Really like how u put the schematics at the end!
You’ve helped me out big time. Thanks for posting
Thank you very good video makes me glad I got the westward 2HIL3
Lock nut socket set To tackle this type of job if one ever comes up
Nice! Thats an awesome set!
The spindle nut socket is a 4-lug 36 mm
Awesome video. Was looking for exactly this!
Great video! Thanks for sharing!
What size spindle nut socket did you use for this truck?
It should be a 4 lug 36 mm
Question: There were not any C clips in the diff that had to be removed to slide the axles out? Thanks for the video
Great video man!
Thanks!
Awesome video, thanks buddy.
I didnt see a snap ring on the outter splined shaft.....my truck dont have one...but theres,a grove in the spline for one....are we both missing a snap ring or is it not needed
What is the correct orientation of the dust cover on reinstallation ?
Did you make a video on reassembly and packing bearings?
I havent yet no.
where did you get those diagrams you showed towards the end ,,the detailed parts break down and assembly instructions . I need more direction than just a vid ,, thanks
I searched 84 GMC factory manual .pdf and the manual came up in a PDF version.
Could I get a parts list I have to replace the u joint on that shaft and should just go through it.
Cool video, is it the same for 1987 Dodge W150, I need to replace u joint on axle shaft n change from full time hubs to part time.. need your in put... thx
You will have some differences, but the procedure should be basically the same.
@@MechanicLife thanks.. yea that's my next project.... thx a bunch, have good day
What front axel does it have? Looks almost the same as my front axel on my k20 other than it being a 8 lug
I have a 75 GMC 3/4 ton. The axle shaft won't slide out of the knuckle. I have taken off both of the nuts holding the ball joints but the shaft is too big to fit in the hole. Do you have to take the knuckle completely off on a 3/4 ton?
Are you saying that you are unable to pull the shaft out of the axle because it wont fit through the knuckle? Is there movement in the axle when you pull on it? Like can you see that its to big for the hole? Thanks Greg!
@@MechanicLife yes, it appears to be too big to come through the hole
@@MechanicLife Yes not by much
Looking at this diagram are you able to confirm that you pulled 52-48? A lot of times one of those is still on and holds it in place.
www.dennysdriveshaft.com/c718_dana_44_front_chevy.html
Also check this out
www.justanswer.com/car/0q9n6-need-steps-tools-necassary-remove.html
I have a 1975 k10 and am changing the rotors the spindle nuts are on tight and everything ive tried i cant get them off and they have been soaking in penetrating oil. Could i maybe use an impact? I have the spindle nut socket i just dont want to mess anything up or any advice would be great! Thanks.
Probably just rusted on. Make sure you are turning it the right way! ;) Did you put a breaker bar on it?
Yeah thats what im thinking too im pretty sure this hasnt been done on the truck for a very long time. I haven't tried that but am going too!
Breaker bar got em off thanks very much!
Freakin awesome!
Awesome!
Great video thanks, no offense air tools would be nice instead of a ratchet I just got done replacing my driver side axle
Air tools are awesome for sure.
Awesome video Luke----do u have one for replacing the ball joints and tie rods of same vehicle?
Wish I did! Not yet though.
Do you have to take a clip off the axle shaft inside the diff housing?
I didn't on this rig.
@@MechanicLife
So it's really only the ball joint and front suspension that hold the axle in the transmission?
@@gregorymalchuk272 yes.
@@gregorymalchuk272 no the balljoint and suspension has nothing to do with holding the axle in. This is a front differential not a transmission. The spindle keeps the axle in place. That was the the last bigger piece he removed. Once it's bolted in place, the axle can't come out.
My hub won't come off..it feels like its hitting against something inside.. I removed everything the exact way your video shows to.. what could it be?
Which portion are you on? The hub cap?
@@MechanicLife i got it. It turned out to be the inner bearing keeping it from coming out. I put a spindle nut about half way and tugged on the rotor a bit to pop it out. Your video helped me a ton. For this is my first time. Thanks for breaking my 🍒 lol
@@jonathanwilliamsburg9385 So cool! Freakin nice work!!
great vid
THanks!
Do you need to drain the differential before doing this?
Nope
Great video thank you! I have a question, it looks like you have 10" wide Rally rims. Where did you get those?
Yup, Those are the stock rally rims. I have a video on how to refurbish them too. They are the originals that came with the truck. I have seen them at scrap yards from time to time though, craigslist, FB marketplace too.
@@montanamade1114 Weird I thought they would be need to be wider to support the 12.5" wide tire. They look great, and I'm happy to know a stock rim will look good with 33x12.5 tires
Compress the caliper first. It will be easier to remove
Did you put a snap ring back on the outer axle?
Yup
Was there a inner snap ring around the axle end?
Did you happen to record a video of swapping all the other components?
Negative. When I get to that I will be sure to post it though.
Is this needed to install new ring in pinion? Thanks
Yes
Kaiser Hesperia Drone Videos yikes. Maybe that should be your next video 🤔
Logged in from my work account;)
Do you have a video how to remove the axle have a 87 as el camino want to replace the whole thing and if it is possible to put a Corvette axle to put Corvette wheels
Negative. Once I have to do it I iwll be sure to make one though!
What size spindle nut was that?
Can the U-joints on these axle shafts be swapped out and replaced with new?
Yes they absolutely can be.
@@MechanicLife Thanks for the reply. Just discovered mine are blown clear out on the 77 K20 I am trying to bring back to life. Only ever replaced driveshaft Ujoints. Do the outside cap looking parts just pop off?
There is a snap ring that holds them in place. Then you should be good. This should help you too. www.fourwheeler.com/how-to/transmission-drivetrain/154-1109-easy-axleshaft-u-joint-replacement/
Thanks for sharing
Good deal
If anyone has a 1973 GMC K25 3/4 ton 8 lug hub let me know please