Jeep Wrangler Rear Axle Shaft Replacement

[@williamlinebaugh9499]

One of best step by step descriptions I've watched. Thumbs up to you

[@sludgetrudger]

Thank you for the video. Just ordered 10 Factory rears for my 08 JKU. Just installed 10 Factory front assemblies last summer and love them.

[@rodtoler]

Good video, Brother. Very thorough. As you know, I replaced Becky's rear axle shafts with Chromoly last year. I was lucky to have zero hiccups. The wheel sensor gave me a struggle on one side. Otherwise, easy-peazy-lemon-squeezy. It only took about hour to do both. That included the learning curve on the first axle. Looking forward to more informative videos.

[@HWoodCreations]

Im about to replace my seal and bearing as well. I didn't realize replacing the entire axle shaft assembly is less than 300 so I may just using it as an excuse to upgrade the axle. Good vid!

[@EVH5150iii]

I don’t even need new rear axs but I still watched the whole video, very informative

[@surfdogdude]

Awesome! Loved the idea of using the rotor to get the axle out. :)

[@igorgromov2357]

I'm doing this now. If any of the pressed in bolts spin through, no need to weld. Use a nut splitter where fits to break the nut but I ended up using a metal cutting wheel to cut through part of the nuts all around, spray some PB blaster, comes right off. Just did 3 of them.

[@louisdiaz19]

Hah. "Trying to get to about 1,000 followers by the end of the year" and now you're at 12.4K. Great video. My rear wheel bearings are bad and I'm considering replacing the shafts as well while I'm there.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Haha I know it’s crazy! And yes I highly recommend just going with a set of chromoly shafts while your in there, a little more pricey but it’s a great upgrade

[@Jake-ci1ld]

What does he mean when he says make sure the jeep is in gear and take the ebrake off wouldnt that cause his jeep to roll off the jack stand?

[@rayss3323]

Great vid. I need to replace my e-brake shoes and thought removing the axle would make it easier. Nice!

[@mercurial94pro]

Was your bearing squeaking driving down the road at all before replacing? My rear passenger side squeaks, its not the brakes I’ve replaced them and squeaking noise still there. I plan on doing this soon.

[@stevenstrack5594]

Where did you get your axle shafts with the bearings already pressed on?

[@aidanparker9543]

Hi im actually watching this because I need to replace my parking brake. I have a 2008 jku as well. Somehow it blew up and destroyed my abs sensor and itself. Have you replaced a parking brake before or do you know how to? im thinking I have to take the axle soft out and assemble the brake on the ground. its freaking impossible to get the return springs on the brake, theres no room. If you had any pointers that would be great. thanks man.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

I have never messed with the parking brake before, sorry. I wish I could help though!

[@geefim2144]

So it makes no difference if it’s the rubicon with locker ? Going to attempt this soon. I read where since I never pulled them out before you will need a slide or the rotor method

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Rubicon has shafts with unequal lengths. Standard base axles are the same length.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

This jeep is a rubicon

[@JamieandMike]

You sound like Chris Pratt. So this was fun. I imagined Emmet from the Lego movie making this video. 🤣 Very informative. Thank you.

[@markbellger8945]

I’m assuming chromoly shafts are stronger? I’d like to upgrade my Rubicon but don’t want to go with an entire new axle

[@reytech1786]

Amazing video, straight to the point, thank you ❤

[@tedhargiss1056]

What happened to swapping out the axle assemblies with the Ford 1 tons?

[@JKGearandGadgets]

I started to work on them but I’ve had other expenses come up, so those got put on the backburner. I’ll be sure to post up some videos once I start working on them again

[@tedhargiss1056]

Gotcha. I'm swapping out the rear end of my TJ with a Ford 8.8. Was curious to see how you performed it.

[@jameslainhart1907]

Great video! My wife has a 2015 unlimited Sahara. After months of trying to figure out why the breaks were noisy and it sounded like the AFLAC duck every time she turned right, I’ve come to the conclusion that is definitely coming from the rear end. I’m considering replacing the axle shaft assembly’s. I’m hoping it’s not the diff. Have you ever gotten any weird noises due to this issue?

[@joshua7999]

How did you know the flange was bent? Wheel wobble? I put on all new brake pads and rotors and I think this is happening to me because of the noise it is making.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

You can Jack the jeep up and put it in drive and watch to see if the flange is bent

[@rodolfow.campos6605]

Hey question! So the rubicon axel is one smaller than the other and the the unlimited sport are both the same size?

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Yes

[@rodolfow.campos6605]

@@JKGearandGadgets I have a 2007 unlimited X, I purchased the “corresponding Axel” by the book and with the vin number. but when I got the replacements, they were the same size but my jeep has one axel longer than the other.. the rear passenger is smaller, so apparently the rubicon is the one that fits my jeep right? Or witch one do you recommend? Please help me with that! My jeep has been standing for almost 6 months! I can’t find the right one. 😩

[@timratliff6138]

If I put 8t back together and the sencor does not completely cover the spline would that throw me abs lights....

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Are you getting an abs light? What all did you do?

[@timratliff6138]

Both wheel bearings and seal...now I get the abs lights on I noticed the sencor on the other side covers the whole tone ring but the passenger side only covers half or so....do I need to take it and get pressed more

[@JKGearandGadgets]

It could be, is the sensor mounted flush?

[@timratliff6138]

And both axles are same size correct?

[@timratliff6138]

I'm sure there flush...if cleaned both rings plus bought 2 new sensors

[@Bryankrall8090]

Thanks for the brake rotor tip

[@rickwhoo1]

Was your parking brake cable attached??? Those shoes looked pretty rusted too...

[@tomsteel8864]

Great video man, thanks! I’m good to go after following this. No more bent flange squeak.

[@liamstoddard6709]

I have an odd question. I have a 2015 Sahara x with the factory rear locker. Do I have rubicon shafts or sport?

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Are you sure it’s a factory locker? Or a limited slip? Do you have the factory electric button for it?

[@jasonkus5078]

Are the axles different because of the e-locker? I bought a 2017 jku sport and plan on putting in pro rock front axle. I didn’t know the rear was different from a rubicon.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Yes, the Rubicon rear axle is 32 spline with different length shafts because of the locker. The sport and Sahara have 30 spline shafts and are equal lengths on both sides.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

And I would recommend looking into the fusion4x4 44/60 hybrid front axle. Close to the same price as a Prorock 44 but is a better choice hands down

[@sambrimly4474]

Thanks! I have a bent flange on my 2013 JKU

[@AceGoodheart]

Does the ring and pinion gear need to match the splines on the axel? Let's say you had 32 spline axels and then switched to 35 spline. Will this be okay without changing your ring and pinion gear, or do they need to match? I'm a newbie at this so it's probably a dumb question.

[@MarkRenouf]

Yes, if you upgraded just the carrier to accept 35 spline axles and keep the same gears, should be fine. Usually the gears are upgraded at the same time to lower ratio... but that's not required.

[@timratliff6138]

Are the driveshafts on a 07 2 door x and a 17 comparable

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Yes they are exactly the same

[@Sunkist75]

If the shaft has a wobble will that affect the abs sensor?

[@JKGearandGadgets]

It can. The tone ring is pressed onto the shaft

[@Sunkist75]

@JKGearandGadgets my abs on left will work fine as long as it's on a lift..put it on its own weight and the abs and trac light comes right back on and it goes into limp..I can hook the sensor and it will drive but my cruise won't work

[@Sunkist75]

@@JKGearandGadgets unhook the sensor I mean on the left rear

[@robertpc100]

Does your Jeep have a lockers.wondering if I can still pull axle straight out since I have a locker set up

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Yes, and you can pull it out with or without lockers.

[@franciscotavarez4138]

Hi amigo l,have jk rubicon 10aniversary, l changed axle shafts ,,38 "tires,,,titro o ten factory,,recomendé, one ,thank you

[@jermainemccall2054]

Hey bud what rear Axle I need for my 09 jeep Wrangler ?

[@thekrakensquestforb.o.h3650]

How do you confirm the axle shaft is bent or the flange is warped

[@williamstachewicz9649]

I seen mine by simply breaking it down on a jack to the axle it's self and throwing it in gear ⚙️ lmao 🤣 make sure both tires are off the ground ofc and step back see it your axles are wavy

[@sethlonmier5657]

Awesome thanks! Very helpful step by step

[@bryanbarbiea5163]

the outer axel bearing race should not move by hand. it should press into place and also need a puller to remove. if you can remove it by hand the axel housing is worn.

[@keithlargy8230]

Are those 37s?

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Yep!

[@donlittle0003]

Great video didn’t take long!

[@joecory4110]

Good through but concise video

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[@JKGearandGadgets]

Lou Smith don’t know what to tell ya, my devices are viewing it fine as well as other peoples

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Yep, weird. works on my phone fine. Just not my computer. Thanks fro the reply

[@punknjl8722]

Got it sorted out. great video man. Love your stuff.

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[@JKGearandGadgets]

What are you talking about? Sorry for going into detail on certain topics. It’s all useful info.

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