TheGrayOutdoors

Maineah, I’m in the same boat. I don’t want to go changin’ parts that don’t need to be changed and this truck ain’t no spring chicken. I figure the water pump while I’m in there, because I’m sure it’s ancient. I have a feeling the timing chain cover isn’t beat up because the guide rails are still in there to protect the chain from slapping the sides, but won’t know until I get in there. Oil pan gasket for sure, new belts, and we’ll see. I just wish I knew what kit to get. The prices vary wildly. I’ve found kits on Amazon for $81 that could or could not be any better than LC engineering.

104,000 on the engine. I can see that the guide has broken off from the bolts, so it’s just flapping. So, when I do this I should probably change the chain, guides, tensioner, water pump, oil pump, timing chain cover, sprockets, and seals? Anything else I’m not thinking of? I found a kit off eBay that has it all. Anybody know if it’s any good? Here’s the link to the kit: Timing chain kit

Does this look like a broken guide? My engine has been stumbling and I've had excessive noise coming from what I thought was valves. Adjusted the valves and the engine runs quieter, but now I think I hear slop in the timing chain. Appreciate some help. Thanks!! IMG_2164.mov

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Hi folks, We’ve been missing our driver’s side rear slider window screen frame since I bought the rv. Now summer cometh and it’s hot without air conditioning. Need maximum ventilation! I remember there being some information on how to remake these screen frames with a kit, but I just can’t find it. Could you help me out please? thanks, rob

WME, you're correct. Mostly idiot resistant haha. I managed to bang my way through replacing an axle with little to no idea what I was doing. A lot of information in the FSM gave me pause, but I found that when I was actually working on it it made a lot more sense. I did buy a special tool for the bearing nut and torqued it to the specifications and then backed it off and all that. I don't know how it could not seat properly if you use the tool and a torque wrench. The tool was $10 at O'reillys. If I was able to get it done, you will too. Just take your time

It's just showing you that the bearing lock nut has to be seated correctly on the lock nut place or it will protrude too far out on the end of the axle housing and cause rub. Correct me if I'm wrong here ya'll.

Hi, I just replaced the rear axle with a 1 ton dually and I placed the inner seal just inside the axle housing almost flush. Honestly, I don't think it matters as long as it makes contact with the axle shaft. Also, I had two broken studs and I was able to find generic replacements from orchard supply hardware. Also found suitable replacements at O'Reillys. The best thing to do is measure the space in between the two stud ends, because that is the most important part. If you can find something with the same spacing in the center, the outer parts of the stud can be a little longer and it will function perfectly fine. Cheers, Rob

Okay, I've been cleaning up the axle for days and painting it. The bearings are near flawless as are the races, so I'm just going to repack. The brakes are shot, I need to replace all of the lug studs on one hub, and I've got a couple of the small studs that hold the axle shaft in that are stripped on the nut side. Does anybody know if this is the right stud for the axle shaft? stud for axle shaft Also, should I be able to find the nut at Home Depot? I know that these are the correct lug studs for the hub, but does anybody know where I can find the nuts that go onto the back of the hub? Thanks so much, Rob This side was mucho disgusting: Other photos show after cleaning up the axle housing, painting, and bending a new brake line because I smashed the old one by dropping a leaf spring on it.

Thanks ya'll. WME, could you repost, because the link didn't show up.

Going to be cleaning the axle up on Tuesday and hoping to get it opened up and repack the bearings. Does anyone have a service manual for the dually axle or any information regarding service? I've just been looking on Youtube and what not.

I double checked just now, they are reverse thread and different studs on the passenger side. Weird. I was told this axle was from an 88.

Yes, those leaf springs are insane. Don't know if I need to throw them on my sunrader, plus they are missing the straps. I might just sell them. I've run into a snag already. The passenger side of the dually is a different lug thread than the driver's side. Is this normal? Are they reverse threaded on the passenger side?

What are the best shock options for this setup. Bilstein? I'm going to replace them all around. Anybody have a part number?

Picked up the rear axle and got a wheel thrown in. I drove three hours to pick it up and the mechanic removing it from the truck quit in the middle of the job. So, I got a lesson in removing it myself. Going to pick up all the parts needed to convert the front wheels to 6 lug today. Now I just need 4 wheels for the back and I'm good to go:) Will post progress picks as I go. Thanks to everyone for your help.

Okay great. Anybody know exactly what I need to do the front wheel conversion as well? Wheels, calipers, rotors? I think I have a lead on that.

The sway bar is just the bar connected to the back of the axle right? Also, do I need the differential or will mine mate up?

No rims, but I know I can source them around for like 50$ a rim. Still better than the $1400 quote I got before.

This is an axle I just found, 450$, 3 hours drive. Look good?

I just realized that when I was down there looking at the axle there is another U bolt which connects a bar that goes across the top of the axle. Any ideas about this or if this will be a problem with the new axle? I measured the current axle where the U bolts for the suspension connect the leaf springs and the diameter is 2.5 " Thanks

Measured everything today. Looks like the springs are in the right spot (39 1/4"), however, axle diameter is 2 1/2" so it looks like I need springs and ubolts as well. Or maybe just U bolts/shock mounts. Called a few shops and the axles are available, although pricey. 1400K for axle, springs/mounts, and 4 wheels. Everybody else I've called has the axle, but either no wheels or no springs.

Okay, so I know that I have staggered shock mounts. So I know I'm looking for that atleast. I plan on doing this myself, because I haven't even been able to find someone willing to talk about doing the swap around here. Basically, I'm looking for an axle that lines up with my truck? Same width in spring mounts, staggered shock mounts, and same emergency brake cable situation? Sorry for all the questions, but like you can guess, I've never done this before.

Thanks Derek! Should I be looking for airbags? Any tips on determining whether a used axle is in good shape?

Hi All, I've been putting it off for some time, but my wife and I are making good progress on the Sunrader and it needs to get done. What exactly am I looking for here? I know 6 lug, looking for all the wheels (7 would be best). Am I looking for airbags? What year should I be searching? Is there a good site where I can search for all this? Any alternatives to the old axle? Thanks, Rob

Standing on the front was not the smartest thing, however nothing was damage, not even ourselves. We used a ton of soapy water in a spray bottle to get this thing to slide in. 100 % a two person job. Not fun. Took about half a day for both windows.