I am wondering what everyone thinks about the race on the stub shaft being worn down .001-.002" from a trashed "spindle" needle bearing. Should I just hit it with some ultra fine emery cloth to get the grooves and pitting cleaned up and put it back together or should I replace the stub shaft? I can get the shaft for $174 from the Ford dealer (or $300 from O'Reilly Auto Parts). Attached are some pictures. This is what happens when you suspect it is going bad but don't make the time to get in there and take care of it before it becomes a problem. :doh: It appears that the knouckle seal went bad and it got water in there on what of my trips out in the mud. Nobody to blame here but myself. :tard:
Also, on a side note...how is everyone getting the knuckle seal and the axle tube dust seal off the axle shaft? I know how to make the tool to get it back on, but is there any other way to get it off other than a press? Thanks.
Also, on a side note...how is everyone getting the knuckle seal and the axle tube dust seal off the axle shaft? I know how to make the tool to get it back on, but is there any other way to get it off other than a press? Thanks.