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#1496082 04/10/2023 7:05 PM
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Replacing the yoke I noticed broken needle bearings in 1 bearing.
Should I look for the needles or the whole bearing?
Both bearings should be replaced. Whats the part # for those in a 1959 chevy truck?


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Replace the complete universal joint, I don't think you can even buy the caps and needles, unless you have an old one that has the same dimensions.


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I did have an old set. I used one of those.
Its ready now for the M-22.
thanks!


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Originally Posted by 78buckshot
Replace the complete universal joint, I don't think you can even buy the caps and needles, unless you have an old one that has the same dimensions.

Would you guys know what "U" joint is right for my application?
1958 3100 1/2 ton. I have a slight vibration while driving.
There a few options at the local store and was not sure.
spicer 1310?

Last edited by Guitplayer; 05/29/2023 12:47 PM.

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measure the cap diameter and distance from end of cap to opposite end of cap.


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Thanks, yep Spicer 1310 . No more vibration. I should
have just replaced the "U" joint from the get go.


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Just replaced all of my U-Joints from Rockauto. GMB 2100178 (210-0178). Fit great, and is a great price too!
https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=5804154&jsn=3

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CBall,

Correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't your truck a '48 3800 (1 Ton)???

U-joints for your truck aren't the same as for Guitplayer's '58 3100 (1/2 Ton).

Just don't want to confuse anybody on which parts fit his requirement.

Dan


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Thats right Dan! I can you guys for certain that the spicer 1310 is the right fit for a 58-59 3100 1/2 ton.


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OMG! Apparently I did not get enough sleep last night as I read it as a '49. My apologies please disregard my earlier post

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CBall,

If your OK with it, we can just take a small step back in time and make that bugger disappear. wink

No harm - No foul grin

OK by you???

Dan


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This AC Delco is also the right fit for my 58-59 Apache 3100.
ACDelco Professional 45U0107 U-Joint


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