RE: TOY: Birfield Joint or Hub

[Roger Brown <rogerb@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Mike wrote:
> I was told that a birfield would cause steering malfunctions... is that the
> case or is that only normal but not definite?
> 
> In 2WD the truck seems fine so I was hoping it wasn't a birfield... mostly
> because I am not looking forward to digging the pieces out...

When I broke 2 Marfields, I felt nothing in the steering, just a clicking as I
drove in 4WD.  I was able to finish the run w/ sparing use of 4WD plus drive
500 miles back home.  I did have *a* spare joint (plus the hub socket and snap
ring pliers), but as it turned out I needed 2.  Unless the housings have
grenaded, steering won't be affected in 2WD w/ the hubs unlocked.

> IN any event I will be tearing down the front assemblies on both sides down
> to the birfields one way or the other (preferably intact) and I was hoping
> someone would have an idea of what I will need... I plan on replacing all of
> the "wearable" parts while I have it apart... inner and outer bearings and
> any seals etc... but to be honest I am unsure what exactly all of that
> entails... a list of suggested parts to have on hand would be preferable if
> anyone has the time or inclination.  Suggestions on where to get parts would
> be excellent... aside from the obvious part stores.  (I am new at this can
> you tell? :))

You can check out my solid axle rebuild page for some suggestions.  AllPro has
decent knuckle rebuild kit, first time around I bought the Toyota kit, but
you'll need the inner axle seal plus whatever bearings are shot.

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    Roger Brown	
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