95 - need to replace axle shaft u-joint, is it easy to do wheel bearing too?

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11-09-2021, 11:26 AM

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boxburn

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Year: 1995 RHD

Model: Cherokee (XJ)

Engine: 4.0l

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Originally Posted by Thetastycat

There was a HUGE amount of play in the wheel between 12 and 6!!! Nothing from 9 to 3

Have you checked that the play isn't coming from your ball joints on the 12 & 6? I'd hate for you to do a bearing job and find out you also had an issue with a ball joint, and have to strip everything back off.

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11-13-2021, 08:31 PM

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Year: 95

Model: Cherokee (XJ)

Engine: 4.0

Hey all - got it done! Turns out the u-joint was still in great shape, but the wheel bearing was ULTRA fried. Ball joints were good too! It was a lot easier and more straightforward than I was expecting, and now I understand a lot more about how the axle is put together.

I figured my tires were loud - they're nothing compared to what was the roar of that old wheel bearing! No more loud pops or thumps while turning at low speed - drives like a whole new rig.

Sure appreciate the help, all!!