The part number for the bearing is 5707. That is for a National bearing. The original bearing is a Torrington part number D8-59722. If possible,get the Torrington. It's better Quality than 5707. The Torrington bearing has more roller bearings.
Thanks Jim for the great how to. I actually watched without skipping any parts and found it to be very helpful. I have play in both my rear wheels so Im suspecting its the outer wheel bearings. Was just curious, would it not been good to do the other side as well since youre in there already ? Anyways I will subscribe to your channel as the content is very well put together. Keep the videos coming. Cheers!
You can, but not required... I often do dip it in the axle diff fluid...you don't want it totally dry. The lubrication will happen by diff oil flowing to the outer tubes during Jeep movement.
This axle shaft (right side) had a lug that spun and it destroyed the hub/lug pocket. I could have welded that up and drilled it out, but just ended up replacing the damaged axle instead. Honestly, there was no real big reason to replace it. The bearing journal and splines were all fine.
Well done Jim. Your info is great and it's nice to watch without all the more common BS. Thanks
“Make sure it didn’t pop off and if I did, make sure it doesn’t” 🤣🤣🤣
Thank you for sharing this video with us. I have never done one before and am looking forward to doing a gear update on my Jeep.
Dave, thanks for the kind words. More videos are coming!
great video
Thanks!
Great video!
The part number for the bearing is 5707. That is for a National bearing. The original bearing is a Torrington part number D8-59722. If possible,get the Torrington. It's better Quality than 5707. The Torrington bearing has more roller bearings.
Great info! Thanks!
You don't need the axle grease pumper . . . just squeeze the bottle against the gas tank skid plate. It's a LOT faster.
Agree... Also helps if the axle is hanging on its own weight. In other words, put jack stands on the frame, not axle tube. Good comment! Thanks!
Gr8 video Jim TY
Thank you!!
Thanks Jim for the great how to. I actually watched without skipping any parts and found it to be very helpful. I have play in both my rear wheels so Im suspecting its the outer wheel bearings. Was just curious, would it not been good to do the other side as well since youre in there already ? Anyways I will subscribe to your channel as the content is very well put together. Keep the videos coming. Cheers!
Actually we did do both sides but since it is exactly the same process we did not show that side. Overall easy job. Thanks for checking in!!
Do you have to pack the new bearing with grease?
You can, but not required... I often do dip it in the axle diff fluid...you don't want it totally dry. The lubrication will happen by diff oil flowing to the outer tubes during Jeep movement.
looks easy
Where did u source the axle. & how much ty
Rock Auto.
What is the point of replacing the axles unless they are damaged?
This axle shaft (right side) had a lug that spun and it destroyed the hub/lug pocket. I could have welded that up and drilled it out, but just ended up replacing the damaged axle instead. Honestly, there was no real big reason to replace it. The bearing journal and splines were all fine.