front axle interchange
#1
front axle interchange
In all the 4x4 info here (there is lots) I have not read anywhere what years (2nd gen) have interchangeable front axles - I have 98 with front diff that will not move the engaging collar even by vise-grip - it has snap in cv shafts -- I also have 96 that appears ok - it has flanged cv shafts -- does anyone know if they have the same track at the wheel hub ?
#2
Why not just fix the problem rather than replace the entire front axle?
About the interchange... I believe that the change to slip in style CV axles also was accompanied by the hub assemblies with integrated ABS sensors. I do not recall anyone on here swapping them out, but that doesn't mean that they cannot be swapped out.
About the interchange... I believe that the change to slip in style CV axles also was accompanied by the hub assemblies with integrated ABS sensors. I do not recall anyone on here swapping them out, but that doesn't mean that they cannot be swapped out.
#3
front axle interchange
Thanks for the quick response - actually I would prefer to fix the problem in place if I knew what to do - I thought swapping it would probably be easier. Correct me if I'm wrong - remove right side cv axle & separate right side axle tube to gain access to fork, collar, etc. ??
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#5
front axle interchange
Again - Thanks - found the track info - differs by 56mm - so swapping probably a poor option.
Appreciate the picture - would you have one to show the mating end of the extension ??
Appreciate the picture - would you have one to show the mating end of the extension ??
#6
front shafts not engaging
i too have a 96 blazer with the front shafts not engaging. is this a common problem? any advice you could give me would be helpful. and is this a fix that the average joe can fix+
#7
Much thanks Swartlkk - problem was half of each tooth on the driven gear the collar engages in the right side axle extension was worn off from no vacuum release by t-case switch - and broken thrust washer behind the gear - replaced both - good to go 4x4. Thanks again.
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