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FluffyChicken replied to the thread VP SX-M Carrier Bearing Seal - New Seal Missing Second Spring/Lip.

MarinePartsSource where I ordered from is showing that this is an OEM replacement (I admittedly didn't realize the change in number when...
Monday at 7:13 AM
FluffyChicken reacted to dypcdiver's post in the thread U-Joints Questions Shims / Spider / Torque Specs VP SX-M with Like.

Hi Fluffy Chicken It was about 18 years ago, so sorry all reciepts etc have long gone. I did mine institute, hence the cut out on the...

Monday at 7:03 AM
FluffyChicken reacted to Fun Times's post in the thread U-Joints Questions Shims / Spider / Torque Specs VP SX-M with Like.

Not sure on the zerk fitting or not but fitment info should of been in the MUST HAVE Technical Information for DIYers. sticky under # 3...

Monday at 7:03 AM
FluffyChicken replied to the thread U-Joints Questions Shims / Spider / Torque Specs VP SX-M.

Very nice. Thank you. Looks like i'll be trying the following from that thread. Neapco 1-005 NOTE: This ujoint may have grease zirks in...

Monday at 7:02 AM
FluffyChicken posted the thread VP SX-M Carrier Bearing Seal - New Seal Missing Second Spring/Lip in Volvo Penta I/O & Inboard Gas Engines & Outdrives.

Hello. Just want to make sure that VP changed the design for sure on this seal before I install it. Also I'm assuming I should install...
Sunday at 7:29 PM
FluffyChicken replied to the thread U-Joints Questions Shims / Spider / Torque Specs VP SX-M.

Any chance they were the Moog 344 type? I keep seeing so much conflicting info on the web.

Sunday at 7:20 PM
FluffyChicken replied to the thread U-Joints Questions Shims / Spider / Torque Specs VP SX-M.

Wow thats actually a pretty good idea

Sunday at 7:20 PM
FluffyChicken reacted to Scott Danforth's post in the thread U-Joints Questions Shims / Spider / Torque Specs VP SX-M with Like.

I use a $40 inline fish scale and a bit of string myself

Sunday at 7:19 PM
FluffyChicken replied to the thread U-Joints Questions Shims / Spider / Torque Specs VP SX-M.

Crush sleeve just installed tonight but noticed something about the new seal which I'm making a separate post about. Bought a dial...

Sunday at 6:58 PM
FluffyChicken reacted to Scott Danforth's post in the thread U-Joints Questions Shims / Spider / Torque Specs VP SX-M with Like.

you need a new crush sleeve when you pull the shaft off the gear. you have to set the bearing rolling torque correctly

Sunday at 6:54 PM
FluffyChicken reacted to cptbill's post in the thread U-Joints Questions Shims / Spider / Torque Specs VP SX-M with Like.

As long as your not changing gears or bearings then yes reuse the plastic shims but replace the big O ring

Sunday at 6:54 PM
FluffyChicken reacted to dypcdiver's post in the thread U-Joints Questions Shims / Spider / Torque Specs VP SX-M with Like.

I also had the external clips and bought some SKF replacements from local automotive supplier. They have now done 700 hours, re-greased...

Sunday at 6:54 PM
FluffyChicken reacted to Scott Danforth's post in the thread Remove One Exhaust Bolt - Need to redo all bolts with new gasket? with Like.

pulling 1 manifold bolt is not a problem that 55# of cast iron wont move enough to effect the clamp on the gasket

May 1, 2024
FluffyChicken posted the thread U-Joints Questions Shims / Spider / Torque Specs VP SX-M in Volvo Penta I/O & Inboard Gas Engines & Outdrives.

My carrier seal is leaking and I kind of wanted to do u-joints anyhow. I get a low wum wum wum when turning. I have a few questions if...
Apr 29, 2024
FluffyChicken replied to the thread Torque Spec For Remote Filter Adapter Main Bolt??.

Thanks. So fairly good and tight nothing crazy and see how she does!

Apr 21, 2024