1986 Chrysler Fifth Avenue rear wheel bearings

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SHADETREEGRANDSON
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  • 1986 CHRYSLER FIFTH AVENUE
190k miles, 5.2l (318 v8?). Ive got the wheel and brakes off the rear axle. How does the axle shaft come out so I can get the bearings pressed off/on. Is there a clip in the 3rd member or is it friction fit? These are most likely the original wheel bearings.
Monday, October 8th, 2007 AT 1:44 PM

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Tiny
MERLIN2021
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Either 7/14 or 81/4 you must remove the differential cover, unscrew the pin pull out the rod and push the axle in. Till the lock ring drops, use a bearing puller to remove the seal and bearing, if the housing and axle are in good shape (no burrs) use a standard bearing and seal, if they are nicked up, you can try a repair bearing. Once that middle spacer rod is out don't rotate the driveshaft, or you will have to put the side gears back in!
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Monday, October 8th, 2007 AT 2:38 PM
Tiny
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Thats what I was afraid of. Thank you very much.
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Monday, October 8th, 2007 AT 2:58 PM
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MERLIN2021
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No problem, most rear drive Americans went to this type in the late 70's, but I did use Mitchell to be sure!
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Monday, October 8th, 2007 AT 3:06 PM

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