1965 International Travelall Panel Build

[shortbus4x4]

Maybe you should drive my tow pig? Can fit 3 scouts!

I see your 3 Scouts and raise.

 

[eriefisher]

Now that's cool.

 

[PNW EXPLR]

I see your 3 Scouts and raise.
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Or one really awesome Ambulance!

 

[PNW EXPLR]

It's been busy but trying to continue progressing..
Today I broke down and finally bought a shop press. The factory joins in the 10 bolt axle shafts were just stubborn as could be. I was able to get the old ones out but my gosh did it take some force.
Then I took some time to wire wheel the 25 years of rust off the shafts.
Getting the new ujoints in was hit and miss. I think they got a bit compressed (a few thousands) as I had trouble getting the c-clips on a couple and even blew out one of the caps by putting a little touch on it in the wrong way. I recognize my mistake and will give it another shot tomorrow.

 

[M Rose]

It's been busy but trying to continue progressing..
Today I broke down and finally bought a shop press. The factory joins in the 10 bolt axle shafts were just stubborn as could be. I was able to get the old ones out but my gosh did it take some force.
Then I took some time to wire wheel the 25 years of rust off the shafts.
Getting the new ujoints in was hit and miss. I think they got a bit compressed (a few thousands) as I had trouble getting the c-clips on a couple and even blew out one of the caps by putting a little touch on it in the wrong way. I recognize my mistake and will give it another shot tomorrow.
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A trick my dad taught me to install u-joints… as soon as you get them seated as far as you can with your press (or vice, or u-joint installation tool, ect) is to smack the solid part of shaft next to the u-joint caps with a BFH with the caps still having an external force applying pressure to just the caps. This causes the U-Joint caps to stay tight against the trunnion wile the vibration loosens the tension of the shaft yokes allowing you to install the retaining rings easier. Also I have found seating one cap at a time using this method makes going a lot smoother as well.

Another trick I picked up was applying a thin layer of grease to theu-joint caps before pressing them in.

 

[shortbus4x4]

A trick my dad taught me to install u-joints… as soon as you get them seated as far as you can with your press (or vice, or u-joint installation tool, ect) is to smack the solid part of shaft next to the u-joint caps with a BFH with the caps still having an external force applying pressure to just the caps. This causes the U-Joint caps to stay tight against the trunnion wile the vibration loosens the tension of the shaft yokes allowing you to install the retaining rings easier. Also I have found seating one cap at a time using this method makes going a lot smoother as well.

Another trick I picked up was applying a thin layer of grease to theu-joint caps before pressing them in.

This. I also do this after the clips are installed if the joints are stiff to turn. I use WD40 on the caps when removing and installing them. On caps that have been in for eons I use a little heat before I press them, otherwise the shafts get squeezed in as you found out.

 

[PNW EXPLR]

This. I also do this after the clips are installed if the joints are stiff to turn. I use WD40 on the caps when removing and installing them. On caps that have been in for eons I use a little heat before I press them, otherwise the shafts get squeezed in as you found out.

Yup, that's what happened. Gunna run down to the parts store in a bit. Will try not to break another $20 bill.

 

[eriefisher]

WD40 is a terrible lubricant. It's a penetrant. Clean then up real nice and use a anti size. Will help to install now and remove later.

 

[PNW EXPLR]

Well, good news! I got another ujoint…..Bad news, the holes in the stub shaft are slightly elongated. Like by a few hundreds of an inch. So, not wanting any potential failure points in the future, that could have been prevented in the past, I ordered a new stub shaft. Another delay! Oh well.

 

[PNW EXPLR]

Progress, got the new stub shaft and all new seals. Pressed the shafts together, no issues!

Also sent the rusty rotors off to get blasted. Got them back, shot them with some 2000* aluminum paint then took them over tho get resurfaced..While I was waiting I removed ALL the old crusty grease in the hubs, wire wheeled them, and gave them a coat of Hi-Temp gloss black.....it helps hide the oil leaks!

 

[PNW EXPLR]

Today I got the rotors and hubs back on. Also installed a new pinion seal. Would love to do an OX Locker while I am at it but it's just not in the budget.

 

[shortbus4x4]

Wow, looking good.

 

[PNW EXPLR]

Wow, looking good.

Thanks! The calipers were delivered late and wouldn't you know they have two different finishes. Really messes with my ocd!

 

[PNW EXPLR]

Why! Why is Napa Auto Parts #ucking with my OCD? This is why I can't get a build done in 6 months!!

 

[PNW EXPLR]

Moving on to the rear 14 bolt full float axle.
Ordered up a disc brake conversion kit from lugnut4x4.com
Should shave a little weight, the old drums are massive, and make for improved braking....plus looks way cooler!

 

[eriefisher]

What are your plans for a parking brake?

 

[PNW EXPLR]

What are your plans for a parking brake?

I got the Cadillac eldorado calipers that have the parking brake levers.

 

[PNW EXPLR]

Half of my kit showed up today.

 

[PNW EXPLR]

Well the 2nd package with the rotors never showed. I did get the hubs separated from the massive drums.

 

[eriefisher]

Those can be fun to get apart sometimes. I've see the cast iron shatter on occasion with these captured drums.