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I am working on my 1990 300CE.
In order to replace the cracked flex discs on both end of the universal shaft, I gently pulled the shaft on the rear of the car after loosening the bracket that holds the center bearing. I was surprised that the gear spline detached from the second half of the shaft (transmission side). I had marked the alignment of the two shafts so that I can put them back together the same way. I did not loosen the clamping nut as I did have the wrench that would fit on that nut, I think it is larger than 34mm. Is that typical for the two halves of the shaft to separate that way? Also, I need to renew the torn rubber sleeve and possibly the center bearing while it is out. How difficult it is to replace the center bearing? When I put it back together, do I need to tighten the clamping nut which I did not loosen to begin with or just leave it alone? Barry Shah 1990 300CE bshah@satx.rr.com |
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Yes, you should tighten the clamping nut after everything is secure in its place. You do not want the shaft in tension or compression but you do want it tight.
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Steve Brotherton Continental Imports Gainesville FL Bosch Master, ASE Master, L1 33 years MB technician |
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