Front axle shaft movement

Akitadog

Akitadog

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I installed my long front shaft and noticed it moves forward and back when turning the knuckle, Is this normal?


 
I don't think there is anything to worry about there. Did you tap the yokes with a hammer and make sure the joint turned freely in all directions on install?
 
The joints move freely. Its like the axle needs to be a little more into the spindle bearing.
 
I only put about 75- 80 lbs. just to make sure the axle was snugged up to the back of the bearing. Still have to take it to 175# final torque. I can't imagine another 100# would make difference?
 
Akitadog said:
I only put about 75- 80 lbs. just to make sure the axle was snugged up to the back of the bearing. Still have to take it to 175# final torque. I can't imagine another 100# would make difference?
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Should be enough to put things where they belong. I also think that there is supposed to a bit of acceptable in and out as the knuckle moves. That would be one reason for a splined shaft.
 
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