Replaced U-joint now the other U-joint is not centered

Tiny
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I removed the drive shaft and replaced one U-joint. When I went to replace the other U-joint I was able to remove one of the U-joint caps. Once I removed the one U-joint cap the other side cap became off-centered and I have been unable to center it properly to press it and remove it. I have used a rubber mallet to try and align it but It did not work. I then tried to use a flat head and tried to align It that way and it did not work just made it worse. How do I recenter the cap so I can replace it properly?
Friday, August 31st, 2018 AT 2:53 AM

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Tiny
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Hi and thanks for using 2CarPros. Com.

Under the cap are many needle bearings. Are you sure one did not slip down in and is causing the cap to not align? It can happen easily. I was able to find a good picture of one online, so I attached it so you can see what it looks like on the inside.

Let me know if this helps.

Take care,
Joe
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