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Old 06-18-2018, 09:29 PM   #1
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A little support for my 72 driveshaft support bearing

I have seen where these carrier bearing mounts break off on this style so I added a little support. This is a fernco rubber pipe hub I got at lowes. I cut it at 6 1/2 inches, I should have done 7 1/2. I think I will get another one. The ridges on the side hold it in nice and tight. I sprayed it with WD40 and tapped it in from the transmission side.
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Old 06-18-2018, 09:56 PM   #2
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Re: A little support for my 72 driveshaft support bearing

Nifty! Let us know if you can feel and additional vibrations or sounds and how it turns out in time. Looks like a great idea to me.
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Old 06-19-2018, 08:08 PM   #3
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Re: A little support for my 72 driveshaft support bearing

Not sure that will prevent the metal from breaking however I think having one in the tool box might get you home if the bearing housing does break.

I recently replaced my hanger bearing, not due to the metal breaking, the rubber was worn out and shaft was scraping on the housing.

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Old 06-20-2018, 12:09 PM   #4
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Re: A little support for my 72 driveshaft support bearing

I like it, I like it a lot...I'm wondering if a full radiused piece with a single slit to clear the stem at the top? Zip-tie and it should help dampen and keep the bearing stem located and held in position..?
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Old 06-20-2018, 04:09 PM   #5
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Re: A little support for my 72 driveshaft support bearing

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I like it, I like it a lot...I'm wondering if a full radiused piece with a single slit to clear the stem at the top? Zip-tie and it should help dampen and keep the bearing stem located and held in position..?
I tried to get more of it in there but couldn't get it to go. I am sure I can get the 7 1/2 inch in which should go half way around. I think it will be plenty.
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Old 06-23-2018, 02:35 AM   #6
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Re: A little support for my 72 driveshaft support bearing

Waste of time
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Waste of time
In your opinion? How can dampening a vibration be a waste of time? Not trying to start a pissing contest but please explain how or why?
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It wont stay in.......... And its not 100 percent contact.
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