Is this axle-side control arm bushing welded on?

[Brad W]

When you get you new kit, you might want to test fit your new snap rings before putting everything else in.

Agreed. Going to smooth out the housing with fine grit sandpaper gently.

 

[MountaineerTom]

Thank you.
Hugeeee lesson learned this weekend.
Don't ram-rod stuff I have no idea about.

LOL, I think we've all been there at some point.

 

[k-huevo]

...the other joint on top of the Diff is $50. plus getting all of the proper replacement parts is just about the same and buying the whole kit,

The cost of replacement internals total $50.01. I can list the parts if you want. Adding the differential side machined JJ brings the total close to $100.

 

[astjp2]

Thank you.
Hugeeee lesson learned this weekend.
Don't ram-rod stuff I have no idea about.

How else do you expect to learn? We have all bled somewhere on our jeeps if we actually built them an not bought them...

 

[Brad W]

The cost of replacement internals total $50.01. I can list the parts if you want. Adding the differential side machined JJ brings the total close to $100.

Yeah I got the diff one too and it needs a rebuild as well. IDK how I'm going to rebuild the passenger side. Would I need that special tool?

 

[jjvw]

Use your press. The official tool might be easier. But there isn't anything uniquely special about it.

 

[k-huevo]

Yeah I got the diff one too and it needs a rebuild as well. IDK how I'm going to rebuild the passenger side. Would I need that special tool?

I like the Currie tool. Servicing the JJ while on the vehicle is convenient, and easy, no bench vise required. I could cobble together a tool that would do the job for less money no doubt.

 

[astjp2]

Only do one at a time though if you have the axle still installed or you might have a surprise when that axle starts moving...

 

[Brad W]

Update everyone. I got all my Currie stuff in and made my own press tool.

 

[Brad W]

Once the joints are on am I supposed to be able to move them by the arm?

 

[jjvw]

Once the joints are on am I supposed to be able to move them by the arm?

They will twist. Is there a JJ on the opposite end?

 

[Brad W]

They will twist. Is there a JJ on the opposite end?

Yes there is. Just installed both of them. Now I have to find a way to get both control arms adjusted to the right angles.