jbrad
28-10-12, 10:45 PM
Who should I go to in Sydney (Parramatta region) for Front Axle UJs?
Like a few others, I have recently decided to check movement in the front end. The axle UJs are starting to show some small wear and movement, and the Ball Joints also have slight movement (vertical - about 1.5mm). Neither is significant at this point and I am leaving repairs until I have leave over the Xmas break. I am keen to go with Synergy (DblBlk) ball joints, although believe that UJs should be easy enough to source locally without needing to pay extra for delivery. Unless someone advises to go with a specific brand that will withstand the rigors of wheeling in a JK. Does anyone know where I could get a ball joint clamp set (like they sell from quadratech)?
For any who do not know, I drive a 09 JKU CRD Auto - Dana30 front diff, no other significant mods where this is concerned.
Further, I have been trying to diagnose a noisy clatter. So far I have replaced all 3 idler pulleys and serpentine belt. The noise is a "clatter" like a steel bracket on a loose bolt. There appears to be a bit more movement in the power steer pulley (shaft, in and out), but there are currently no metal filings in the PS fluid. Water pump?? do not know how to check. Any suggestions? It is a horrible noise, sometimes just stops but is there mostly. It is present when the veh is stationery, so not related to drivetrain.
Cheers
Jas
Like a few others, I have recently decided to check movement in the front end. The axle UJs are starting to show some small wear and movement, and the Ball Joints also have slight movement (vertical - about 1.5mm). Neither is significant at this point and I am leaving repairs until I have leave over the Xmas break. I am keen to go with Synergy (DblBlk) ball joints, although believe that UJs should be easy enough to source locally without needing to pay extra for delivery. Unless someone advises to go with a specific brand that will withstand the rigors of wheeling in a JK. Does anyone know where I could get a ball joint clamp set (like they sell from quadratech)?
For any who do not know, I drive a 09 JKU CRD Auto - Dana30 front diff, no other significant mods where this is concerned.
Further, I have been trying to diagnose a noisy clatter. So far I have replaced all 3 idler pulleys and serpentine belt. The noise is a "clatter" like a steel bracket on a loose bolt. There appears to be a bit more movement in the power steer pulley (shaft, in and out), but there are currently no metal filings in the PS fluid. Water pump?? do not know how to check. Any suggestions? It is a horrible noise, sometimes just stops but is there mostly. It is present when the veh is stationery, so not related to drivetrain.
Cheers
Jas