I have a q45 limited slip differential and goodpart hubs. we were astounded
when we put in the differential how quiet it was. granted, the old diff had
been telling me for years that it needed to be replaced. I think both of
those swaps are well worth doing when the rear end needs work. that was
several years and many hard miles since. no issues.
this car will be my son's some day, so everything I do is with an eye
towards longevity and reliability (is that statement redundant?)
the cv joints - seems awfully pricey. I thought about it but decided it
wasn't worth it. and no regrets years later.
-----Original Message-----
From: James_
Sent: Friday, February 27, 2015 8:21 PM
To: 6pack@autox.team.net
Subject: [6pack] Goodpart Rear Hub Upgrades - Advice
So I am going crazy this winter with TR6 projects...
Something that has always concerned me were the rear hub bearings.And
reading
about 2 folks that have had failures...has me concerned.And to boot, I have
heard a mystery noise at 55mph in the rear...yet no wiggle when i support
the
car on jacks...
some overview here: http://tr6.danielsonfamily.org/CVJ.htm
Regardless, I think I am [scared] convinced into upgrading the original
hubs.So I am trying to understand what is involved and which upgrade to
buy.https://www.goodparts.com/shop/index.php?categoryID=20
First up: CV versus u-Joints? It sure sounds like I should go with CV.But I
like the ease (no modifications or removal of diff/trailing arm) when going
with the U-Joints.Simply pull out the old and slide in the new. I have a
stock
differential. I had it rebuilt due to clunking sound, but I now suspect that
the shopwas incorrect and the clunk (which I still have) is actually worn
splines. Oh well.
So if I go with CV hubs...I read that I should replace the trailer arm
bushings with GoodPart bushings.darn. those were replaced when I had new
frame
members welded in.
I also read something about the lug nut studs..."Good Parts hubs use 1-3/8"
wheel studs which are about 3/16" longer than stock"(I assume the original
threads for the lug nuts still match)
Anyone have experience in this upgrade to share advice with me?
Thanks in advance. (Not sure how many folks still read this forum or if I
should post to the large Triumph forum)
James
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