Introduction
Replacing a Spicer Series 10 universal joint is very simple and involves 3 activities: removing the old universal joint and analyzing the universal joint and driveshaft; installing the new universal joint, evaluating the driveshaft assembly again and finally, lubricating.
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Remove the clamp fixing screws and remove the covers.
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Remove the crosspiece
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After disassembling the covers, check that all the rollers are properly positioned in the covers and examine the crosshead body, looking for marks or excessive wear.
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These may be indications of other driveshaft problems. The crosspiece can be considered a type of driveshaft fuse, and abnormal or premature wear indicates other problems, such as misalignment or lack of lubrication.
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Properly dispose of used screws, caps and rollers, which should never be reused.
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New line.
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Do not reuse covers, plates and screws. The Spicer Kit provides all the necessary accessories; Check that there are no impurities or oxidation on the fixing eyes of the gloves, flanges or terminals;
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Remove the crosshead covers being careful not to misalign or remove the rollers;
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Position the crosshead with the grease fitting facing the tube and the ends of the grease fitting facing the sides, never towards the eye;
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Fit the cover onto the lower eyelet perpendicularly, do not use oil or grease on the eyelets, if necessary, use a polyurethane hammer to place the plates on the eyelets;
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After assembling all the covers, apply 51 to 65 Nm of torque to the plate screws; -
Check that the crosshead moves freely and without noise;
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SPICER RECOMMENDS THE USE OF LITHIUM SOAP-BASED GREASE WITH EP ADDITIVES AND NLGI 2 CONSISTENCY DEGREE.
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BEFORE REMOVING THE CARDAN, MAKE MARKS TO ENSURE ALIGNMENT.
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Under no circumstances should you attempt any repair or maintenance for which you have not been trained or if you do not have the tools and equipment to repair it.
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Always wear the proper safety glasses when performing any type of maintenance. Failure to wear safety glasses could result in injury and/or partial or complete loss of vision.
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Always be careful when working with products that have sharp edges.
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Inadequate lubrication or reuse of coupling parts or screws can cause the gimbal to fail or even separate the gimbal from the vehicle. A separate vehicle gimbal can cause an accident and even death. Don't take any chances with security.
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An important part of the work and operation of your workshop is the correct disposal of the products that will be replaced. Do your part and together we contribute to a sustainable future.
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Find out more at http://www.spicer.com.br/danatureza
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After installing the crossmember on the cardan, follow the lubrication procedures as per the specific guide for the 10 series available at 5-281XS | Lubrication
After installing the crossmember on the cardan, follow the lubrication procedures as per the specific guide for the 10 series available at 5-281XS | Lubrication
