Time to replace the two front u-joints...
#16
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From: Marshall, WI
Year: 1994
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L i6
I was looking at the same thing, but after adding in the shipping costs, its honestly cheaper to run down to your local autozone and pick some up. they have some duralast that are like $8 or lifetime ones for like $15ish
#17
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From: North Chicago
Year: 1993
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
I replaced the hub bolts and put anti seize on everything on assembly. The first time took 3 hours to do both sides, if a repeat is ever necessary it will be quicker. I don't mess around with a press for the u joints. I use a torch and hammer which makes it way faster.
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From: Nor-Cal
Year: 1990
Model: Cherokee
Engine: The venerable 4.0
If ya don't mind doin em get the ten $ ones to pass inspection then save up till you can get some nice spicers or omix (also sold at rockauto) and keep the cheapies as spares. That's my plan since I'm doing ball joints bearings u joints and outer seals all at the same time. I know if it ain't broke don't fix it.... I've found these things like preventative maintenance. That's my plan of attack. Depends on how much you like to wrench I guess
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From: Carlisle, PA
Year: 2000
Model: Cherokee
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If ya don't mind doin em get the ten $ ones to pass inspection then save up till you can get some nice spicers or omix (also sold at rockauto) and keep the cheapies as spares. That's my plan since I'm doing ball joints bearings u joints and outer seals all at the same time. I know if it ain't broke don't fix it.... I've found these things like preventative maintenance. That's my plan of attack. Depends on how much you like to wrench I guess
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I mean, if all you like to do is sit there turning wrenches, then fine. But I want to drive mine, not just work on it.
Not to mention the trouble brought when one fails while on the trail.
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From: North Chicago
Year: 1993
Model: Cherokee
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You're more likely to break one with grease channels on a trail. The cross section is weakened by the holes drilled into it. Everyone has opinions, but I've seen more greaseable ones break on high powered vehicles than the solid ones.
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