Chevy Astro rear axle bearings replacement

easy steps on how to replace rear axle bearings!

[@mikerod7007]

I am a master CERTIFIED mechanic and can tell that you are a good mechanic there is a world of difference between a mechanic and a good mechanic great video.

[@zuluboymechanic2481]

Thank you for the comment. We learn from each other

[@Dominoid86]

​@zuluboymechanic2481 you are very humble and amazingly patient and good teacher😊

[@donpaulswain1740]

You have empowered me and saved me $$$!! Thank you for your service, sir. Well done video and super clear.

[@zuluboymechanic2481]

You're welcome brother 🙏

[@Mixolito]

That was the best explanation I could imagine for the job. 👍 And you also seem to be a very nice and humble person. That makes me actually happy. 😀

[@zuluboymechanic2481]

Thank you for your kind comments. Blessings

[@DellAnderson]

Nice video closeups and good explanation. Thanks for sharing this.

[@zuluboymechanic2481]

Blessings

[@thewayjesuschristislord3700]

Great video excellent detail nice video thanks for showing your work and taking the time to film this

[@zuluboymechanic2481]

Blessings. I'm glad that you benefited from watching it.

[@user-px4ex7dg5e]

Thank you for your input have a blessed day

[@platonmantheakis6863]

Safi sana. Excellent Instructor!!

[@lordkyngston8675]

Really helpful and informative video, thanks for sharing your know-how! 👍🏽

[@zuluboymechanic2481]

Great. Knowledge is power. We got to share with one another

[@LyonhartZ2]

Zuluboy, Great Video, Fantastic Narration. Your Camaraman is excellent too! God Bless you sir, I wish you were here in NY, I would be a frequent customer, you are PROFESSIONAL AND METICULOUS. Love your style. Question, Should you have checked and removed the filler plug before removing the back cover? Kenny from Brooklyn

[@zuluboymechanic2481]

Thank you. I do appreciate your words. Yes you could remove the filler plug ( usually recommended) incase its seized and you don't have the right tools then you don't want to proceed with diff service at that point. I removed the cover as I was doing the major repairs and not worried about the plug

[@knightryder5292]

Nice video bro you do well showing in detail your work really helps understand what you doing 🙏🏾👍🏾. love my GMC safari I’m having the rear axle replaced seems the shop prefers that than trying to rebuild it it’s a 1998 and the axle assembly is coming from a 2000 Astro van checked the vin and it should fit. Thanks again keep up the good work!!

[@zuluboymechanic2481]

Good luck. Its easier replacing than rebuild for most tech..

[@knightryder5292]

@@zuluboymechanic2481 ok what would you do replace or rebuild?

[@zuluboymechanic2481]

@@knightryder5292 I guess it depends on the damages. If its just bearings then I will just change the bearings but if more than that then just put another diff assembly

[@knightryder5292]

@@zuluboymechanic2481 I had all the bearings inner and outer changed plus the right shaft . I originally took it in for a leak on the back seal shaft. After I drive it for a about 10 miles started hearing a vibration sounded like a plane so I took it back and they told me that the axle was no good 😌 I wonder if he forgot to fill it with oil after he replaced that seal ?? What you think? I mean shit happens 🙃 . I just want to fix it trying to stay positive!

[@zuluboymechanic2481]

@@knightryder5292 it sounds like its on the shop. The bearings could be overloaded during setting them. Possible bearings failed from poor installation. Axles hardly gets changed during dif rebuilds

[@shabazzx6381]

Excellent work Brother..I have to perform the same procedure on my 2003 Chevy Astro..The only problem that I am faced with is:The differential fill plug is stripped beyond repair..So I bought a back plate with the plug on it..I just hope the bolts wont snap when I attempt to remove them...Wish me luck brother..

[@zuluboymechanic2481]

How did the job go? Hope all went well

[@knightryder5292]

@@zuluboymechanic2481 il let you know the axle is on its way 🙌🙏🏾

[@philippagano6494]

Thanks man - good video 👍

[@zuluboymechanic2481]

Thanks.

[@AokLocksmiths]

Great video. Thx for the tips !!!

[@zuluboymechanic2481]

I hope it was of help to you bro

[@oby-1607]

Gave you a like even before watching. Glad to see you pre-lube the bearing with some gear oil before inserting the axle. You are the first one I have seen do this when doing this bearing repair on an Astro. Just wondering if a bit heavier hammer on that slide tool would speed up the bearing removal.

[@zuluboymechanic2481]

That's how I do my bearings. Good catch. You can use a heavier hammer it should be fine. Good luck

[@charlypetra191]

Thank You very Much !

[@ThisIsSolution]

Good video

[@hectoro-martinez5955]

THANK YOU, YOU DID A GOOD JOOP

[@zuluboymechanic2481]

You're welcome! Hope it helps

[@johnkolman219]

I like your method and clear explanation. I am doing the same job but the axle will not fully insert into position. It feels like either the splines will not engage or the axle will not fit through the new bearing. Any suggestions for that?

[@huntedbybears4545]

good work

[@zuluboymechanic2481]

Thank you. Hope it helped

[@gabriellovesAmerica777]

I hear klove on the radio ..God bless^^

[@andiman45]

curious how many miles are on it as my 2wh dr astro has 240k.

[@boony97]

Great video. Is there is quick and easy way to determine if my bearings need replacement ?

[@zuluboymechanic2481]

Just by driving listen to hamming noise..it will get louder as you increase speed

[@manuscus6289]

I have a 1998 Astro and it’s making a weird vibration sound the mechanic says it’s in the rear end but it sounds like the middle of van ??

[@zuluboymechanic2481]

That could be a driveshaft/steady bearing..I would let him check it for you

[@thomasdilling9530]

I am by Tampa Florida, I am rebilding a 94 GMC Safari. I need a good wrench to help with the project. Namaste

[@zuluboymechanic2481]

Good luck. Are you rebuild engine or just the rear end