Thanks for this video. I think the centre bearing on our VY needs to be replaced. My husband and I are going to do it. I watch the videos and then show/tell him how to do it, and then he does it for me. 😂 Team work. 😅
Hi Scott, just got back from the mechanic and they said the bearings are starting to crack or warn out and he told me that I should replace the shaft as well, can you please advise me for what should I do cheers?
Mate this has saved me. I just changed my front struts thanks to your vid with no issues. I got a clutch replacement and the mechanic said my centre bearing was dead and told me it would be a multiple day job, god knows how much they would have charged me. Going to give it a crack soon
You’ve just made my day! This is exactly the reason I take the time to put these videos together. Stoked it helped you complete a job on your car yourself and saved you a bunch of money 👌 Thanks for the comment mate, much appreciated. If you haven’t already please consider subscribing as well. Thanks again bro 😎
🤣WD40 is definitely the best part🤣 Can’t really complain with a $27 price tag including delivery when bursons quoted $223 retail or $193 trade price. Cheers for the comment too man, much appreciated 👌 please consider subscribing if you haven’t already. Thanks again
Top video mate just done mine on the vy clubby.came apart and back together easy with your help.i used the $100 set off eBay doughnuts and centre bearing I'll see how long they last.
Nice work matey 👍 il be doing my centre bearing on my 2004Vy Holden Calais very soon & replacing most of front & rear suspension ! Your welcome to join us at mates backyard & help , big BBQ during & after , Yoi won't go hungry or thirsty 👍 Steve from Bundaberg Qld 🕺😜
Best to check your universal joint for wear while you have the shaft separated, check for roughness and stiffness as this can cause the destruction of your hanger bearing in the first place, 😮
@@HaveACrackGarage thanks for your reply, that was quick 👍 going to hold on for a few months with rebuilding my vz probably go single shaft. I have a ford ba xr6 that needs a little bit of work and a bonnet, a kangaroo left a good impression 😂 enjoy your sunny day. Regards Rob.
I haven’t actually driven it yet. Just finished engine build and reinstalling engine this week. It’s gonna spend most of its life at high rpm so we will see how long it lasts. 🤞
Ain't no way I would drive the bearing home whole having the vice hold the other side of the uni yoke. Too much force, they aren't designed for that. Definitely would have clamped the nearside yoke.
@@Homebrewwhisky not everyone can afford the more expensive option. The whole idea of this video is to help people have a crack at simple jobs themselves and save money. The caprice is just going to be a burnout car so limited use compared to a daily but will be spinning a lot faster 🤣 If it doesn’t last I can replace it 3 or 4 times and still be better off compared to buying an expensive bearing
@HaveACrackGarage fair enough U can put a special glue around the bearing wounce set in shaft helps it to last longer ,I. Don't have a hoist so I'd rather use GM bearing and kelpro rubbers
Thanks for this video.
I think the centre bearing on our VY needs to be replaced. My husband and I are going to do it.
I watch the videos and then show/tell him how to do it, and then he does it for me. 😂 Team work. 😅
Team work makes the dream work 👌 glad the video helped you out. Appreciate the comment too. Thanks!
Hi Scott, just got back from the mechanic and they said the bearings are starting to crack or warn out and he told me that I should replace the shaft as well, can you please advise me for what should I do cheers?
Mate this has saved me. I just changed my front struts thanks to your vid with no issues. I got a clutch replacement and the mechanic said my centre bearing was dead and told me it would be a multiple day job, god knows how much they would have charged me. Going to give it a crack soon
You’ve just made my day! This is exactly the reason I take the time to put these videos together. Stoked it helped you complete a job on your car yourself and saved you a bunch of money 👌
Thanks for the comment mate, much appreciated. If you haven’t already please consider subscribing as well. Thanks again bro 😎
Was quoted 600 aud for my bearing. vy commy. Said it would take 2 days to do.
Love your work mate you're a life saver.
Stoked to know the video helped you out. Thanks for the comment, much appreciated 👌
The SloMo of the WD-40 was my favourite part 👌 I’ve never really had a problem with that product or that company that you’re using
🤣WD40 is definitely the best part🤣
Can’t really complain with a $27 price tag including delivery when bursons quoted $223 retail or $193 trade price.
Cheers for the comment too man, much appreciated 👌 please consider subscribing if you haven’t already. Thanks again
Top video mate just done mine on the vy clubby.came apart and back together easy with your help.i used the $100 set off eBay doughnuts and centre bearing I'll see how long they last.
Glad the video helped you out. Super simple job and saves you some cash 👌
@@100reality2 auto may last but V8 manual chew em
use genuine cb under 80 bucks on ebay.,and mark the splines just before separation.good vid mate.
@@gavincrispin1436 cheers mate, thanks for the feedback, much appreciated 👌
Nice work matey 👍 il be doing my centre bearing on my 2004Vy Holden Calais very soon & replacing most of front & rear suspension ! Your welcome to join us at mates backyard & help , big BBQ during & after , Yoi won't go hungry or thirsty 👍 Steve from Bundaberg Qld 🕺😜
@@stevewilson8752 sounds like a plan. Nothing beats beers in the shed with the boys swingin spanners. 👌 Bundaberg’s a long way from NSW 🤣
Best to check your universal joint for wear while you have the shaft separated, check for roughness and stiffness as this can cause the destruction of your hanger bearing in the first place, 😮
Uni joints/donuts are all sweet. You’re right though, need to do proper maintenance and inspections of these as they are wear items
@@HaveACrackGarage thanks for your reply, that was quick 👍 going to hold on for a few months with rebuilding my vz probably go single shaft. I have a ford ba xr6 that needs a little bit of work and a bonnet, a kangaroo left a good impression 😂 enjoy your sunny day. Regards Rob.
Top video mate
@@100reality2 cheers mate. Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for the comment too. Much appreciated.
Hey mate do you know if this shaft would be the same on a 2002 VX
Process to change the centre bearing would be the same. Statesman, Ute and wagon tailshaft are longer than a commodore sedan tailshaft though.
@@HaveACrackGarage thanks mate appreciate it. Your video has saved me some $$ and time
@@hammoyt2165 awesome! That’s what it’s all anout. Glad the video helped you have a crack!
Good video buddy
Cheers man, thanks for the comment. Much appreciated
Thanks mate.
No worries. Glad it helped you 👌
Just got quoted $750+ for this job
@@samspianos wow! That’s crazy! Hopefully after watching this video you can do it yourself????
@@HaveACrackGarage How has the el cheapo $27 replacement performed?
I haven’t actually driven it yet. Just finished engine build and reinstalling engine this week. It’s gonna spend most of its life at high rpm so we will see how long it lasts. 🤞
Ain't no way I would drive the bearing home whole having the vice hold the other side of the uni yoke. Too much force, they aren't designed for that. Definitely would have clamped the nearside yoke.
@@camo8768 thanks for the tip mate. It wasn’t too hard to drive home
Why use a junk bearing ,they don't last
@@Homebrewwhisky not everyone can afford the more expensive option. The whole idea of this video is to help people have a crack at simple jobs themselves and save money. The caprice is just going to be a burnout car so limited use compared to a daily but will be spinning a lot faster 🤣 If it doesn’t last I can replace it 3 or 4 times and still be better off compared to buying an expensive bearing
@HaveACrackGarage fair enough U can put a special glue around the bearing wounce set in shaft helps it to last longer ,I. Don't have a hoist so I'd rather use GM bearing and kelpro rubbers