91 Ford Taurus. How much to replace the U joint on the?

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transmission to wheel interface.?

How difficult of a job is it ?

How likely will they try to rip me off and say other things are wrong with it?

What else goes bad when this part is defective ?

dave


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Quote >>> "Dave,
I assume you are talking about the CV joint? It is easier to just replace the axle. That way you spend more on parts, but a lot less on labor. And you have a whole new axle that should last you. good luck."

Reply >>> Yes the CV Joint.

How much will an axle cost ?

Does this repair require special tools and special experience ?

( can maroons do it ? )
Should the axle be new or will one from the junk yard work ?

In what ways can they over state the price by fibbing about the repair ?

How much will it cost ?

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Quote >>> "It's an impossible job.
Your vehicle is front wheel drive...front wheel drive vehicles don't have U joints. They must have been looking at different vehicle.
Good luck!"

Reply >>> I made a mistake. Stop mocking me. NOW GIVE ME A FAIR ANSWER TO MY UPDATE.

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Quote >>> "Do you mean the CV joint? Usually the entire axle assy can be replaced with a rebuilt unit (Autozone, Pep Boys, NAPA, etc) or with a used assy (car-part.com appx $125.00). It's about an hour and 1/2 job IF you have experience and the proper tools (like the huge socket used to remove the spline nut), etc. Probably about 2.5 hrs if you're green but can turn a wrench."

Reply >>>> So I jack up the car, somehow remove the wheel, and somehow remove the axle and replace it.

What holds the axle in ? ( just the wheel assembly ?)

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Quote >>> "Dave, Coast Cowboy is right...I was just laid off my job as a Ford partsman,after many years,on Monday. The CV axle from Ford would be quite expensive...I would do as he suggested,by obtaining one from a local aftermarket parts store such as Pep Boys or Napa..I used to purchase them for about $59.00...I can say that now...but expect to pay about $100-$125.00..unless you know a parts guy from any major dealership who would purchase for you and mark up only 10% or so. If you do not have the tools,however,you may need a technition to assist you,in replacing it.."

Reply >>>> YOU ARE THE MAN BOBBY !

I have hard data on the cost, I may go the route of a used part.

Is that wise or should I stick with new or rebuilt ?

dave

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Quote >>> "Spend the $15 for the Haynes or Chilton manual for step by step listing how to remove and replace the assembly. also lists tools needed. I had estimate of $999.00 for a brake job on 4x4 and with all new parts, new tools, and three weekends to do the work I did it for $225.00 I don't think wrench twisters are worth $65 an hour..."

Reply >>>> Thanks for the info !!!

Some repairs require very expensive tools and a Master Mechanic.

Brakes and Bearings I can do.

I am not sure about this one. I will buy the manual and see what is involved.

Thanks again.

dave

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Quote >>> "Dave i did this on my son Taurus a couple of years ago, it cost me $153. and too about one and a half hours. it would be best to buy a repair manual, if you are not real mechanical.
to have a mechanic do it would run $300. and up." (smiley george)

I R somewhatly mechanical and an Electronics Technician. I have bean messing with cars for many a moon.

One problem with shade tree mechanics is not having the proper tools or a proper maintenance facility. They cut down the tree I was gonna use so I will cut a bush and lean it against the car.

It looks like breaking the hub nut will be a bear without a torque wrench to properly replace the new nut.

Thank GOD I still have the trusty JEEP to drive.

My next new car >>> Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Any other car i will not buy.

( maybee a HUMMER some day )

dave

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Answer 1

Dave, Coast Cowboy is right...I was just laid off my job as a Ford partsman,after many years,on Monday. The CV axle from Ford would be quite expensive...I would do as he suggested,by obtaining one from a local aftermarket parts store such as Pep Boys or Napa..I used to purchase them for about $59.00...I can say that now...but expect to pay about $100-$125.00..unless you know a parts guy from any major dealership who would purchase for you and mark up only 10% or so. If you do not have the tools,however,you may need a technition to assist you,in replacing it..

Answer 2

Do you mean the CV joint? Usually the entire axle assy can be replaced with a rebuilt unit (Autozone, Pep Boys, NAPA, etc) or with a used assy (car-part.com appx $125.00). It's about an hour and 1/2 job IF you have experience and the proper tools (like the huge socket used to remove the spline nut), etc. Probably about 2.5 hrs if you're green but can turn a wrench.

Answer 3

Spend the $15 for the Haynes or Chilton manual for step by step listing how to remove and replace the assembly. also lists tools needed. I had estimate of $999.00 for a brake job on 4x4 and with all new parts, new tools, and three weekends to do the work I did it for $225.00 I don't think wrench twisters are worth $65 an hour...

Answer 4

Dave,
I assume you are talking about the CV joint? It is easier to just replace the axle. That way you spend more on parts, but a lot less on labor. And you have a whole new axle that should last you. good luck.

Answer 5

Dave i did this on my son Taurus a couple of years ago, it cost me $153. and too about one and a half hours. it would be best to buy a repair manual, if you are not real mechanical.
to have a mechanic do it would run $300. and up.

Answer 6

Just replace the whole axle, its better that way.