HyperPete 787 #51 Posted June 8 3 hours ago, UNBOUND said: Got the new bronze bushings today and dont fit tight enough in the bore.I was able to push them in by hand Loctite make a product to use for this but what other options are there. Braze it in? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oliver2-44 10,554 #52 Posted June 8 3 hours ago, UNBOUND said: but what other options are there. If you have access to a lathe or machinist friend, The outside of the bronze bushing can be knurled. This may also shrink the inside a little. So they could need to have a fine cut or ream on the inside. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UNBOUND 58 #53 Posted June 8 Dont have torch for brazing, wouldnt work on this application as the seal sits right on top of bushing. Would have to have a shop do the knurl and at last I checked $70 an hour minimum. Went with the loctite and is holding very well. Did a google search on it and is widely used for my situation. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 23,214 #54 Posted June 8 Do the axles still fit in those bearings?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UNBOUND 58 #55 Posted June 8 Yes, tighter than the old ones. There is still a minimal amount of movement from axle wear. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 23,214 #56 Posted June 8 You are going to want that movement, in fact, do not be surprised if you need to hone the bearing a bit once you get it together. The differential does not always align the axles straight and a little honing creats a better fit that works. I had to do that with the 3 p[iece trannies...you may not have to with a 2 piece. I recommend using Lucus Oil Treament to coat shafts and bearings when you put this together. Lucus is a lot like STP and will hang on to the gears and bearings. You do not need to go crazy with this, it is just to lubericate while assembelimg the trans. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UNBOUND 58 #57 Posted Friday at 06:06 PM Got the gears today from Jake. Now need to find someone to weld them on. 3 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 23,214 #58 Posted Friday at 07:26 PM That looks fantastic !!! A plan comes together. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UNBOUND 58 #59 Posted Friday at 10:11 PM Got the gears today from Jake. Now need to find someone to weld them on. First quote is $120. That aint happening. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Handy Don 13,665 #60 Posted Friday at 10:16 PM 3 minutes ago, UNBOUND said: Got the gears today from Jake. Now need to find someone to weld them on. First quote is $120. That aint happening. My welder friend charges $50 an hour plus materials but I think he is underpaid. My mechanic is at $125. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 43,304 #61 Posted Friday at 10:50 PM $120? EGADS!! I don't think my friend would charge me even $30 for that! Ask them/him "How much without and invoice" As in under the table coffee money 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nylyon-(Admin) 7,841 #63 Posted Friday at 10:53 PM https://www.harborfreight.com/easy-flux-125-amp-welder-56355.html 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UNBOUND 58 #64 Posted Friday at 11:11 PM I have one of those welders from HF. I welded a patch in my truck frame, wasnt pretty. I got in touch with a friend that welds for a living, and has welded for me before. Said $20.He is good and cheap, plus owes me a favor or two which helps. 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UNBOUND 58 #65 Posted 19 hours ago Got the gears welded today and diff put back together. Waiting for the trans gasket to get here. The vender I ordered it from was showing several in stock but couldnt locate them. Ordered from another vender, but will be a few days. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
