Thread: Front Universal Joint on Front tail shaft. (Gearbox end!!)

Go to HardiSpicer and get a H/duty unit fitted.
No more issues ever!

Originally Posted by Tombie2

Go to HardiSpicer and get a H/duty unit fitted.
No more issues ever!

Do you mean H/Duty universal joint or heavy duty complete assembly?
And who are HardiSpicer?
Cheers for quick response
Karl

OK peeps
Just to clarify. The universal joint needs replacing and although I can buy just the joint, I am told I need the whole tailshaft assembly.
As there is a 10 fold difference in cost, my question is obviously one of whether the whole tailshaft HAS to be replaced on these, and if so, where can I get one from. As it's up on the hoist at the moment, early responses appreciated!!
Cheers
Karl

Karl,

thats probably a typical Canberra price. try Melb. for a better answer. Also have a look at urban panser's web site (member on this site) - www.discovery2.co.uk / Workshop :- front and Rear propshaft. he has some part numbers that might be of use.

Steve

Thanks Steve. Is it true that I need the whole assembly though? Never heard of that before when its only the unijoint...
Cheers
Karl

All parts of the front drive shaft are available. You can repair it yourself if you buy the parts. You can take it to a drive shaft specialists for reconditioning or you can buy complete reconditioned drive shafts off the shelf from some independent landrover specialist.

If you look through some previous posts on this subject you will find the specific part numbers you need.

Karl,

I haven't done any work to the prop shaft on mine yet, but would think that you would be able to replace just the uni joint. If the car has a centre diff lock you can leave the front shaft out while you get it fixed & still drive the car in two wheel drive.

Steve

Thanks guys
I'm still none the wiser as to whether I can just replace the uni-joint that's stuffed rather than replace / repair the whole driveshaft assembly?
Sorry for seeking clarification again...
Cheers
Karl