Willys Jeep Front Axle Rebuild, Knuckle Lube discussion

In this video I am going to set up the ring and pinion in the CJ3A project. Also it is finally time to use some of my new lubricant to lube the front axleshafts in the knuckle.

[@ciscokidfab7595]

Great video, very informative. Just enough info for me to think I know what Im doing. But watch me bugger mine up.😂

[@regrivette577]

I enjoy watching all your videos . Your willingness to share your skills & knowledge is much appreciated.Do not let people get to you with there bad comments they are not worth the time of day.I am a Canadian and have had a great interest in willy's CJ3B's.When I came across your channel it became one of my daily ritual to take in as much knowledge on the will's as possible. The CJ3B that you are restoring would you consider selling?Ok for now looking forward to hearing from you.Keep wellGood bless Reg

[@metalshaperJeep]

Thanks for your comment and so glad you are enjoying the videos. I have had a lot of folks want to buy the CJ3B but at this point it is too early in the project to make a decision. I still have lots to do on that project so keep watching and see how things come together.

[@regrivette577]

Ok when it convenient could you tell us about rearPTO options and front which options.I like the heave duty clutch linkage it a greate modification.Looking forward to seeing more on the saw mill.Thank'sReg

[@metalshaperJeep]

When the weather gets nicer I am going to get a few of my vehicles out and show some features. A CJ6 tow truck, my CJ2A with complete rear pto and drum pulley, etc..... subscribe or keep watching as there is much more coming.

[@donmcguire2185]

Love your videos !!! I have a 800 Scout but watch your videos exclusively !!!! Thank you so much !!!! Don

[@metalshaperJeep]

Glad you like them!

[@mikeashford9240]

Alright thank you very much all great info my Jeep thanks you and it will soon be back on the road and not just yard art anymore ...

[@453421abcdefg12345]

Another great video ! Many thanks for posting this. I wonder just how many knuckle joints are flying round and round, totally unlubed, with all the carefully applied lube having been flung out to the outer casing because they used the wrong type of lube, the lube you have developed looks just perfect, I think that would migrate back onto the knuckles after a short drive with no problem, but be thick enough not to leak out through the swivel seals. Chris B.

[@metalshaperJeep]

thanks for the comment Chris. It took a long time to develop the correct lube for the knuckles but it was worth it. This lube is the perfect viscosity and lubes the axle shaft joints and the king pin bearings properly. Will be showing the correct transmission and transfer case lube in a future video as well. Thanks for your continued support.

[@primitivebob8781]

funny,,, back when I was "learning", (just before this video, lol)" I used grease according to it's color, lol. red grease then whit then blue! Lol, in Texas I think of grease being grease and all being all,,, lol. AND New England! Mom's side hails by way of the Mayflower. The biggest shout out to the east side!

[@metalshaperJeep]

I am still hanging around the NorthEast for some reason. Would love to get out to a more peaceful place but doubt that will ever happen

[@martysalisbury3584]

Thank you for all of the information on line. I’m in the process of rebuilding a 57 CJ5 and want to purchase a gallon of the front end lube you are talking about? Please let me know how I can get ahold of you? Thanks Marty

[@metalshaperJeep]

contact me at [e-mail] Brian

[@JRCreations92]

Where can I buy that till you use for rotation torque? What would be the name of that tool?

[@sturgells4290]

You seem to be knowledgeable on rebuilding differentials, interested in your products, and wondering if you do any outside repairs

[@metalshaperJeep]

I rebuild parts and components for people from around the world. You can contact me directly at [e-mail] Brian

[@wiltinker4776]

I'm rebuilding a '67 CJ5 for a friend and I ran across your video for making the tapered axle puller. Worked like a charm! Many thanks. That then lead to this one. I too would like to get some of your lube. How can I contact you?

[@metalshaperJeep]

you can reach me anytime at [e-mail] All lube is in stock and ready to ship. Glad you found my videos helpful. Keep watching many more to come.

[@adamsills3222]

What is the torque spec for the (6 bolts) going thru the backing plate and spindle, and the torque spec on the (8 bolts) on the back side of the steering knuckle? Adam Cj-3a

[@litzneguibdegudalupemedina7509]

Howdy. Sorry I have a doubt what kind grase GL use in the front Axle joint and knuckle

[@metalshaperJeep]

I have all the correct lubricants. contact me if you need anything

[@poptop7637]

I need a gallon of your all season lube. I'm ready to buy now. Thank you.

[@vickieday5269]

Having trouble getting diff in right. Already on 2nd set of bearings on diff. When I tighten do bearing caps to spec, the pinion turning has a chunking feel one only one part of ring rear turn. Dial indicator shows up to .0045 difference in the turn of the ring gear while touching the back of gear. Could the bearings be on crooked, or what? The marking of the match between pinion and ring gear shows the match close to the inside instead of the middle. Maybe I didn't setup pinion right?

[@wvfunlover]

Trying to figure out how to contact you. Would like order some lube and have a question about the rolling torque

[@eriksouth4256]

I got a dana 27 373 gears im needing new ring and pinion and bearins seals to put it back together but I cant find anything on a 27

[@eriksouth4256]

1971 cj5 jeep

[@rickwilkerson7681]

what kind of knukle lube you using

[@georgebrown3011]

Hey Brian, I've been running 00 cornhead gear oil for a while and have had good luck with it, warm weather only, spicer ujoint what's your thoughts on this

[@metalshaperJeep]

I have made a few lube videos and talked about Corn Head Grease. It does not have the same properties as the grease I have developed and does not work well in all temperature ranges. Drags the axles a bit and wastes gasoline due to driveline drag. As I say all the time people can and should run whatever they want, but if you want the correct lube I have it.

[@QueenslandWW2RelicHunters]

Hi I live in Australia doing up a 1959 CJ 3b will your lube work in our climate thanks this is my frist Jeep great video's

[@metalshaperJeep]

Yes this lube that I have come out with will work anywhere on the planet in any older vehicle, machinery, or anything mechanical that needs lubrication. Just let me know the average temperature range you will be operating in and I can get the correct lubricants to you. Brian You can contact me directly at [e-mail]

[@stevenbillings1620]

What is the torque for the spindle bolts into the knuckle?

[@metalshaperJeep]

32 to 35 ft. lbs. Use sealer so the knuckle lube does not leak out.

[@earlwillis5584]

Hey metal shaper great video, my pinion looks bad scarring and ware, how do I tell if it’s junk? Thanks in advance 🤓

[@stevenbillings1620]

Also how do I get the lubricant from you,?

[@metalshaperJeep]

contact me directly at [e-mail] and I can send you a lubricant list. Brian

[@greggwitcosky4629]

I would like to get a gallon of Knuckle Lube, can you send me the info please

[@metalshaperJeep]

Sent you the price list thru email. Let me know if you need anything. Brian

[@greggwitcosky4629]

Thank you again Brian

[@TheCramunhao666]

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[@WJ_CJ-2A]

Excelent videos! Great detail and explanations. I'm rebuilding both diferentials and I will use rzeppa shafts. Do you know what tolerance should have the spindle bushing against the shaft? I have to replace de bushings and I was told that need to be a litle loose and not so tight.

[@earlwillis5584]

Hey metalshaper need a gallon of your knuckle lube not sure how to get it? Great videos, only ones I trust any more! Thanks again ✌️

[@metalshaperJeep]

contact me at [e-mail]

[@bryanfoy2914]

Can you buy the lube at any NAPA or mechanics store.

[@metalshaperJeep]

No, I have developed the lube and I am the only source for it. If you would like to buy some contact me at [e-mail] and I can send you a list.

[@litzneguibdegudalupemedina7509]

my problem is that I'am in Mérida, Yucatán México, and is more expensive if you send the grase

[@paulsworld07]

I'm currently working on an M38A1 and I follow your videos pretty much down to the "T" for all work. As with everybody else's response obviously the depth of detail is outstanding! I only have one problem I can't seem to solve. My driver's side Bendix joint separated and I can't seem to figure out how to reinstall all the balls and pin. Is there any chance you could make a video on this so I can make some progress??? On a side note thanks a TON for the videos you have made!!

[@jamesrichter3514]

I need a gallon of it

[@jamesrichter3514]

All season lub

[@metalshaperJeep]

contact me directly at [e-mail] and I can send you a list of lubricants I offer.

[@55BeastyBoyz55]

Do you chase your internal threads on the knuckle to clean them up before bolting everything back together?

[@yoblob34]

Where is a good place to purchase the tools for working on these rear ends ?

[@gillafunk]

Thanks so much for making this content. Extremely helpful

[@paulnash8988]

Brian, your videos are a great help in rebuilding my Dana 23. Situation: After I got the correct rotational torque I replaced the oil slinger and seal and the rotation seems a bit too tight, around 35 in lbs. is that too tight?? Thanks!

[@metalshaperJeep]

If you set your rotational torque properly without the seal then all is fine. The seal adds a bit more torque and it isn't a problem. That is the reason to set up without the seal.

[@mikeshively9977]

Do you rebuild axles for the public and if so what kind of money would a guy be looking at to have them done, getting them to you, the turn around ext.

[@metalshaperJeep]

Yes I rebuild all components for people all around the world. Busy in the shop and behind a little bit but if you let me know what you need done I can give you a rough price. contact me directly at [e-mail]

[@johndilsaver8409]

I'm very appreciative of what you are sharing with us. I am a beginner at this, having just recently entered the CJ2A world. Thanks again.

[@metalshaperJeep]

Glad you are enjoying the video series. I am trying to make my channel interesting to beginners and professionals and everyone in between. Stick around and keep watching, many more videos to come.

[@mikepeery1278]

your videos are a lot of help on my 44 GPW project. if you still have some i could use some knuckle lube. thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@metalshaperJeep]

contact me directly at [e-mail] and I can get you set up with some knuckle lube . Brian

[@gruntironwerks9694]

Can I get a gallon of knuckle lube if it is still availble. All purpose lube is fine.

[@metalshaperJeep]

contact me at [e-mail] I have lube in stock and ready to ship. Brian

[@jaredsmith1540]

Like what l'm seeing , l'm a hands on kind of guy . Your stuff is what I can use (thank you)

[@metalshaperJeep]

Glad to have another hands on person watching. Hope you enjoy the videos and are working on some of your own projects. Brian

[@sueb4498]

need 1 gallon

[@jefflevy5279]

Maybe a stupid question but to measure proper rotational torque does the yoke washer under the yoke nut have to be installed? The reason I ask is I did it without it.

[@metalshaperJeep]

I usually put the washer in there just so the nut doesn't gall up the splines. It isn't necessary, you just need to be sure the yoke is pressing up against the bearing to preload it. That will happen with or without the washer. Keep checking and adjusting shims until you get the right rotational torque and you will be fine. Brian

[@ruebencover5795]

metalshaper hi like the rebuild video do I us the same torque settings with the old Bearings if there are ok

[@randypettera1164]

Want to get some lub oil from u

[@metalshaperJeep]

contact me directly at [e-mail] and I can send you a list of lubricants available. Brian

[@sueb4498]

how do I get knuckle Lube

[@metalshaperJeep]

contact me directly at [e-mail] knuckle lube is in stock and ready to ship.