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05-21-2017, 04:36 PM
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Well, just shows to Goya, those of us living right, have good things happen to them, or at least minor things that could have been a whole lot worse. The flange at the back end of my drive shaft had only one bolt left holding it to the differential flange, and that was only by a few threads. Trip to ACE, some nice new grade 8 bolts and some metal insert locknuts and its a done deal. Just for grins, I'll be applying a drop of medium strength lock tight, too. Would have been an ugly job, flat on my back, but once again the investment in a lift pays off.
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Karlos
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05-21-2017, 05:35 PM
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Cobra Make, Engine: Contemporary Classic, 428 FE CCX 3069
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Good for you. I'm glad it was a simple fix.
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05-21-2017, 05:51 PM
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Having a lift sure takes the sting out of many projects doesn't it! LOL
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05-21-2017, 06:08 PM
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Karl,
Glad it turned out this simple. The Cobra Gods smile upon you!
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05-21-2017, 06:14 PM
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Doc, don't get all mushy. He's just lucky there weren't any mountains around.
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05-21-2017, 06:20 PM
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Man that was a close one Karl. Drill some holes in them bolts and lock wire em too while you're at it :-).
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05-22-2017, 07:41 AM
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U-joints and driveshaft flange bolts are part of my annual bumper to bumper inspection-day routine...
And now, they will be part of Karl's, too 
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05-22-2017, 07:55 AM
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Cobra Make, Engine: ERA FIA, 396 Windsor Stroker (Formerly: Unique 427 powered by a 351W with mysterious innards)
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Karl Bebout
Well, just shows to Goya, those of us living right, have good things happen to them, or at least minor things that could have been a whole lot worse. The flange at the back end of my drive shaft had only one bolt left holding it to the differential flange, and that was only by a few threads. Trip to ACE, some nice new grade 8 bolts and some metal insert locknuts and its a done deal. Just for grins, I'll be applying a drop of medium strength lock tight, too. Would have been an ugly job, flat on my back, but once again the investment in a lift pays off.
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The driveshaft running out of true could have put additional load on the transmission extension housing bushing (and seal). Keep an eye out for leakage and get the seal/bushing replaced if need be. Not a big deal to do, except for pulling the trans tunnel to get at the housing. I may have the bushing puller/installer tools if they're similar in size to a top loader. I haven't seen them in 30 years, but don't think I would have gotten rid of them.
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05-22-2017, 11:43 AM
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Got lucky for sure. Did you go buy a Powerball ticket?
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05-22-2017, 04:10 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Karl Bebout
Well, just shows to Goya, those of us living right, have good things happen to them, or at least minor things that could have been a whole lot worse. The flange at the back end of my drive shaft had only one bolt left holding it to the differential flange, and that was only by a few threads. Trip to ACE, some nice new grade 8 bolts and some metal insert locknuts and its a done deal. Just for grins, I'll be applying a drop of medium strength lock tight, too. Would have been an ugly job, flat on my back, but once again the investment in a lift pays off.
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So you did have a screw loose. Happens when you get to be Karlo's age.
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05-23-2017, 11:55 AM
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"So you did have a screw loose. Happens when you get to be Karlo's age."
NUTS!
No screws, just nuts.
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05-23-2017, 01:30 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Karl Bebout
"So you did have a screw loose. Happens when you get to be Karlo's age."
NUTS!
No screws, just nuts.
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Loose nut behind the wheel?
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05-23-2017, 10:00 PM
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Screws. Nuts. This thread is getting out of hand.
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05-23-2017, 11:07 PM
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Yer point?
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05-24-2017, 07:39 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Phx Mike
Drill some holes in them bolts and lock wire em too while you're at it :-).
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Let's see... Grade 8 bolts, locknuts, locktight, and safety wire...?
Nah, There's nothing "overkill" about that 
But if you REALLY wanted to be anal, you could also tack-weld the bolt heads to the pinion flange... 
Oh, and don't forget to add a couple white nylon zip ties. Phx Mike probably has some you could use...
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05-24-2017, 09:19 AM
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Pictures added to Facebook because CC hates me.
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05-24-2017, 10:01 AM
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Oh yeah like you guys don't have any zip ties anywhere! Besides I already swapped them out for some clamps I made from billet stainless alloy...
Okay not really.
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05-24-2017, 12:50 PM
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Oh yeah like you guys don't have any zip ties anywhere!
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Zip ties, duct tape, and chewing gum... The universal tool kit. 
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05-24-2017, 01:19 PM
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"Zip ties, duct tape, and chewing gum... The universal tool kit."
You forgot HAMMER, BIG FU*****G HAMMER.
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