U joints! and vapor tank leak!

[aceofspades]

Ok short on time so trying to pack 2 turds in a half turd bag!

:laugh:

So what U joints Would you choose over other for axles and drive shaft

my dad back in the mid 70's was always blowing out his axles u joints!

2nd I fixed a ton of leak in the lines for the vapor tank in the 1/4 panel !

I am still get the smell inside! Can I remove the tank with out having any problems and just cap ever thing off ?

[7T1240]

So what U joints Would you choose over other for axles and drive shaft

I had new u-joints installed by a local shop, both for the halfshafts and the driveshaft. The shop's preference, and what I purchased, is Neapco brand. I'm sorry I don't have part numbers for you, but here is a link to Neapco contact info., where you can inquire about where to purchase:

http://www.neapco.com/n_contact-support.php

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[JonnyRock]

Early Z's had problems with u-joints because of the angle of the halfshafts. This was fixed later. I believe the differential was moved rearward a bit to ease things up.

I know a few people here recommend Spicer brand u-joints and any axle shop should be a ble to get those for you. I just replaced my u-joints a few months ago and went with the ones that MSA sells. They were a japanese brand I think.

The "vapor tank" is not necissarily your problem. Fuel fumes are a notorious Z problem and have been cured by everything from sealing the taillights, to extending the tailpipe, to replacing vent hoses.

I wouldn't recommend removing it because it is a functional piece. I think you should search the forums for previous posts about other owners and their solutions.

Good luck!

[beandip]

I use Spicier u joints.

as for the evap tank. I removed mine for the same reasons you are describing 9 years ago. If you want to remove the tank . First do a search and if you need any further info send me a PM.

Gary

[aceofspades]

yea the gas get a gas smell build up on the inside when it sits in storage soo i'll look into it!