Jeep JL Wrangler Driveshaft Removal and Installation of Heavy Duty Front and Rear 1350 Shafts

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  • Опубліковано 21 січ 2019
  • Contrary to what some seem to think, the factory driveshafts that come on a Jeep JL Wrangler are in fact, surprisingly strong. The rzeppa joints used are really beefy, the one u-joint that comes on the front driveshaft is a 1330 (bigger than a standard 1310) and although the tube walls are on the thin side, they more than make up for it with their very large cross section. In the past and on a JL Wrangler, I would have recommended that the front driveshaft be replaced after installing a 3" lift or more but thanks to the all new FAD system that the JL Wrangler comes with, there really isn't a need for it. Of course, on a 4-door Unlimited, the rear drive shaft is so long, you really shouldn't have any problems running it even with a set of 37" tires. That is, so long as you aren't running too tall of a lift.
    Now, if there is a reason to consider an aftermarket, double cardan u-joint style driveshaft for your JL Wrangler, it'd be because you have a 2-door. Being that the rear driveshaft is so short, a 2.5" lift or more will cause it to sit at a steep enough angle that the CV boots will be in a constant state of pinch. Sooner than later, this pinch will cause the boots to fail prematurely and that'll leave the bearings inside to fry. Also, if you have a 4-door JL Wrangler and are running 3.5" of lift or more, you may want to run a new rear driveshaft as well and mainly because the diameter of the rear factory shaft is so big, it'll rub the side of your gas tank at a full flex. Because aftermarket driveshafts are made with thicker tubes, they can be made a lot narrower diameter and that goes a long way to help out in the clearance department. The same can be said up front as well especially if you're running shocks that allow for big droop. The narrower diameter of an aftermarket driveshaft will do a much better job of clearing things like your skid bar and exhaust cross over.
    As you can guess, the last two reasons are why Cindy and I decided to upgrade our JL Wrangler's driveshafts to set of aftermarket, 1350 u-joint style double cardan driveshafts and in this episode of the JL JOURNAL, you'll get to see what it takes to get them installed. As an added bonus, we also included the necessary steps of how to set your rear pinion angle after the install as well. We hope you find our video to be helpful to you and if you have any questions, please let us know.
    List of everything you'll need for this here: wayalife.com/showthread.php/5...
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    This installation should helpful for any aftermarket 1310 or 1350 driveshaft including those made by Adam's Driveshaft, JE Reel, Coast, Tom Woods, Rough Country or the like.
    #jeep #driveshaft #jeepwrangler #jlwrangler #wranglerjl #jljeep #jeepjl #wrangler #wayalife
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  • @willrouse2351
    @willrouse2351 10 місяців тому +1

    Excellent. The pinion and control arm adjustment is something that a lot of shops would neglect.
    Your attention to detail does not go unnoticed!

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  10 місяців тому

      Thank you. Glad to hear you found our video to be detailed and informative.

  • @markdarnell2792
    @markdarnell2792 5 років тому +12

    Excellent install video Eddie! Very comprehensive with a lot of detail, very well done.

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому +2

      Wrangler JL Mods and Trail Videos thank you. I hope it can be of help to you.

  • @USAF09
    @USAF09 5 років тому +5

    Thanks Eddie, finally a thorough video of how to change the driveshaft. I hope you’re happy, I bought a Jeep because if watching your amazing videos! Been following WAYALIFE since 2012. Love the videos. Keep up the great work. I’ll see ya on the trails.

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому +1

      LOL!! I'm definitely happy to hear we were able to make video that is useful to you. Also glad to hear you've been enjoying our channel for quite some time now :)

  • @robertkalinofski6329
    @robertkalinofski6329 5 років тому +4

    Best driveshaft install video I have seen to date! Awesome! Thank you both!

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому

      Robert Kalinofski we’re flattered that you’d say as much. Thank you

  • @storminmoorman7444
    @storminmoorman7444 3 роки тому +2

    I really don't know what i would do without your install videos. Thanks

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  3 роки тому

      So happy to hear our videos are helpful to you :)

  • @Maxdady01
    @Maxdady01 5 років тому +5

    Perfect timing! Need these next. Thanks guys, another A+ video.

  • @eduardorios6158
    @eduardorios6158 Рік тому +1

    This is my 2nd wrangler, i ran into a situation where the rear drive shaft exploded n destroyed all of the connector pieces. This video is helping A TON with how to properly remove m do it myself! Thanks for this video, will keep watching your videos going forward 👍🏾 i appreciate it!

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  Рік тому

      Awesome! Glad to hear our videos are helpful to you.

  • @jimjulie1
    @jimjulie1 5 років тому +4

    I’m currently doing an 8.8 axle swap in my V8 YJ, that is the simplest explanation of how to measure for correct pinion angle I’ve found yet........ thanks........

  • @grizzly9960
    @grizzly9960 5 років тому +4

    I really miss working on Jeeps. Im living the dream through your videos.

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому +1

      Sorry to hear you no longer have a Jeep to work on. But, we are glad that we can help out a bit.

  • @minag9688
    @minag9688 5 років тому +10

    Amazing video! I learned so much! Love the jeep build can't wait for the next video!

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому +1

      Awesome, so glad to hear it :)

  • @samwalker3441
    @samwalker3441 5 років тому +2

    Nicely done, Eddie and Cindy. Great in depth install.

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому +1

      Thank you. We're so glad you found it to be useful.

  • @miken9484
    @miken9484 5 років тому +4

    You are a master at what you do. I love your install videos. I just wished I have your knowledge. Another great video.

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому +2

      Thank you. I hope to share some of what I've learned over the years with you :)

  • @kevinellis5327
    @kevinellis5327 5 років тому +4

    Thanks for this install video … I have been wondering how big of a pain this will be when it is time to do it … does not look to bad !!

  • @grein46087
    @grein46087 5 років тому +5

    Awesome job, I am inspired., I look so forward to these videos - really makes my day, and I am learning quite a bit, although I think it would take me a week to get through what you did.

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому +3

      LOL!! Well, I'm glad to hear it. The only thing Cindy and I would ever hope to do is to help others like yourself.

  • @junwang4314
    @junwang4314 5 років тому +3

    Thanks for the video, this is really informative and actually helps me understand the transmission better w/o taking it apart!

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому +1

      Awesome, glad to hear we could help provide useful information to you.

  • @AKArusty
    @AKArusty 5 років тому +3

    I love your installation videos! Please keep them coming.. thanks

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому

      We're so glad to hear it :)

  • @xzerbaluyot9994
    @xzerbaluyot9994 5 років тому +2

    Eddie I learned so much from this video. Unfortunately I'm still waiting for my JL which is in D1 status of production. Thanks again brother!

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому +2

      I feel your pain. Hope you get yours sooner than later.

  • @glocksm40
    @glocksm40 5 років тому +1

    What an Awesome video !
    Very informative and now I want to go check my pinion angle after I had custom drive shafts and 3 1/2" JKS lift installed on my '11 Jku. Just to double check things. And, the things I had installed by shop is because I'm in a Wheelchair and to be easier on me physically. But now after watching this vid of yours, I'm gonna crawl under jeep myself with degree finder and check lol.
    Thank you Eddie for the time you take to show us your 4wheeling Adventure's and your How-To videos !!
    Scott

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому +1

      LOL!! Wow, I'm so glad to hear videos like this can inspire a guy like you :)

    • @glocksm40
      @glocksm40 5 років тому +1

      @@wayalife Thanks Eddie much appreciate that ! One day I hope we can join you guys on one of your jeep runs.
      Scott

  • @fergotti
    @fergotti 5 років тому +2

    Another excellent video. I swear you should have your own show on Motortrend. Very professional as always! It's a Wayalife 👍

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому

      We really do appreciate it. You are too kind to say as much :)

  • @martinklaus2203
    @martinklaus2203 5 років тому +2

    Another great video!! Your channel has become my favorite on UA-cam. Keep up the outstanding job.

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому

      Awesome, we're so glad to hear it. Thanks!

  • @wibornz
    @wibornz 5 років тому +2

    One more thing I am willing to tackle on my own because of your great video. Big thanks for upping my Jeep knowledge.

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому

      Awesome, glad to hear we could help to instill confidence in you :)

  • @rakanayasra
    @rakanayasra 3 роки тому

    You are the best one out there. Explains everything very well step by step
    Fkin appreciate you!

  • @jamesstone7689
    @jamesstone7689 3 роки тому +2

    Awesome video. You make it look easy! You are a great teacher!

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  3 роки тому

      LOL - thank you. I'm flattered that you would say as much 😎

  • @srgaza1961
    @srgaza1961 5 років тому

    Excellent informations,and explanations. The Jeeps when were made by Willys and Kaiser, they had a a cap install under pressure in the pinion and transfer fflange, this is very useful to avoid the dust and mud to impact directly over the oil seal. In your video can be seen this cap is using again in the OEM pinion flanges . I think the aftermarket driveshaft maker must think about this simple but very important part to increase the oil seal life.

  • @ortiz73caify
    @ortiz73caify 5 років тому +2

    1350 drive shaft are an excellent choice. Great video

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому

      Thank you. So glad you liked it :)

  • @Civera89
    @Civera89 5 років тому +1

    Love the vids. We should be selling our Beamer later this year for a Rubi to go with our 4Runner. Can’t want to start on another one!

  • @Nirvanaib
    @Nirvanaib 5 років тому +3

    Fantastic, easy to follow, and informative.

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому

      Awesome. That's what we hoping for :)

  • @WBOS72
    @WBOS72 5 років тому

    A crows foot and torque wrench.
    I love your vids, the detail you include makes it easy for a diy’er like me. Thanks a ton.

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому +1

      Yup, that's what I was needing :)

  • @2015_Rubicnn
    @2015_Rubicnn 5 років тому +1

    You need a crows foot or offset end to torque the transfer case flange bolts. Awesome video, and very informative. 👌

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому +1

      Yeah, that would have done the trick. Fortunately, the way I tightened the bolts in the video have worked well for me for well over 20 years.

    • @2015_Rubicnn
      @2015_Rubicnn 5 років тому +1

      @@wayalife oh yeah, I get it. I've done the same myself.

  • @jeremy8715
    @jeremy8715 5 років тому

    What I did on my pinion nut was count the threads to get it back to where it was before I took it off. It may not have been the correct way to do it but hasn't been an issue in over year / year and a half. I use anti-seize all my bolt threads, even on the driveline.

  • @groundzero270
    @groundzero270 5 років тому +1

    Great video! I’m a novice on mechanical work and I’m ready to go now!

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому

      Awesome! So glad to hear our video was helpful to you :)

  • @jp2246
    @jp2246 5 років тому +2

    Nice job! I am seriously looking at getting a Milwaukee Fuel M18 1/2 inch impact wrench. It looks to me like it works like a beast!

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому +1

      I've been real happy with mine :)

  • @scotta2477
    @scotta2477 5 місяців тому +1

    Wow! Best video I've seen so far for this job. Thanks!

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 місяців тому

      Humbled that you would say as much and glad you found it to be helpful.

  • @brisonpalmer6730
    @brisonpalmer6730 5 років тому +3

    Awesome instructions thanks for showing us how to do the job the right Wayalife!!!!

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому

      Well, our only hope is that we might be able to help guys like you out :)

  • @advapp
    @advapp 5 років тому +4

    Thanks so much, this was the perfect video. I've been wanting to learn how to set my rear pinion so bad and now I can, thank you!!!!! 👍

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому

      Awesome! So glad that we could help out with this video :)

    • @advapp
      @advapp 5 років тому

      @@wayalife what angle finder are you using?

    • @curttuundra
      @curttuundra 5 років тому +1

      @@advapp use your smartphone, most level apps will work perfectly.

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому

      @@advapp Nothing special, just this amzn.to/2CCeIqs

  • @signals34
    @signals34 5 років тому +2

    very good stuff man !!!!!....happy i found your site !!!!!

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому

      signals34 awesome - glad to hear it 😎

  • @RaceMentally
    @RaceMentally Рік тому +1

    Installing tomorrow. Great video thanks!!!

  • @OnMyMemoryCard
    @OnMyMemoryCard 5 років тому +2

    You sure made that look effortless.......like you could do it trailside! Well done!

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому +1

      LOL!! Truth be told, I've done it many times on the trail. Fortunately, not always on my own Jeep :)

    • @OnMyMemoryCard
      @OnMyMemoryCard 5 років тому

      Wayalife So next time I hit the trails I will be sure to send you an invite!! Your coaching is amazing & you do trailside repairs.....can you cook?

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому

      Ivan Valvassori LOL - actually, yes

    • @OnMyMemoryCard
      @OnMyMemoryCard 5 років тому

      Wayalife That’s awesome! I can’t ...but it keeps me humble. I am new to jeeps (2016) but I am the coach/trailside wrench for all my mtb buddies. So now the important question - So...no JL for me, still building my 2016 JKUR but this likely still applies, pinion angle? 2.5” lift - should I be concerned & go for adjustable UCA & LCA or likely not an issue.

  • @scottfletcher199
    @scottfletcher199 5 років тому +9

    You explain everything so well!

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому +1

      Why thank you, I really do appreciate it :)

  • @boobiefett
    @boobiefett 5 років тому +2

    Who's the man......you the man. Great video.

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому

      LOL! Thank you :)

  • @sloppydawgsdcl4929
    @sloppydawgsdcl4929 5 років тому +1

    Great video. Not sure if the wife thinks so though. Keep coming up with ideas I wanna do once we get my JL!! Not to mention how I eventually want my garage! She now has agreed that maybe we could put in a lift someday down the road! (Mainly because she doesn’t wanna have to help work on the Jeep with me!)

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому +1

      LOL!! In a way, videos like this help save you tons of money and that's gotta count for something :)

    • @sloppydawgsdcl4929
      @sloppydawgsdcl4929 5 років тому +1

      Wayalife true, not sure if the wife can see it that way. When she here’s oh I wanna put one of these on or change this out! Haha oh well the videos and follow up are great though very unbiased and informative love it man!

  • @CIAG4PNP
    @CIAG4PNP 4 роки тому +1

    Your channel is amazingly fun to watch! You should have your own TV show 👍

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  4 роки тому +1

      Flattered you would say as much, thank you :)

    • @CIAG4PNP
      @CIAG4PNP 4 роки тому

      @@wayalife your welcome!

  • @NovotechM2M
    @NovotechM2M 3 роки тому +1

    I can barely install a light bulb, but watched this video ... you make it look so easy. 😀

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  3 роки тому

      LOL - been doing this a while :)

  • @juanelrojo
    @juanelrojo 2 роки тому +1

    Dude your videos are the best, hands down

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  2 роки тому

      Truly flattered and humbled that you would say as much. Thank you.

  • @ruggedindsoup2135
    @ruggedindsoup2135 3 роки тому +1

    Another great and well done video.

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  3 роки тому

      Glad you enjoyed it 😎

  • @kentpickle
    @kentpickle 5 років тому

    This is my exact next upgrade after I just got done installing my 3.5" Metalcloak Game changer lift.

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому +1

      Awesome, I hope our video will be of some help to you :)

    • @r0ciara
      @r0ciara 4 роки тому

      How are you liking the metal cloak 3.5. I am very concerned about highway drivability. I am getting ready to order that lift. Any advice? Also did it require fron and rear driveshafts.

    • @r0ciara
      @r0ciara 4 роки тому

      @@wayalife great vid Wayalife

  • @TheRamie
    @TheRamie 5 років тому +2

    Great video, I see Calamity Jane in there, I actually watched all of that series today, made me want one lol. But my JL
    Needs goodies first lol

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому +1

      LOL!! Oh man, working on old iron is what I really enjoy most but the JL is where it's at and a hell of a lot more capable off road :)

  • @dustyweasel41
    @dustyweasel41 5 років тому

    Nice looking shop man!

  • @Hoont93
    @Hoont93 Рік тому +1

    Thank you, made my front driveshaft on my JT a breeze!

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  Рік тому +1

      Awesome! We're happy to know that our video was helpful to you 😎

  • @videlsingh4194
    @videlsingh4194 5 років тому +1

    Learned so much! New fav term... “Johnny Joints”

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому

      LOL!! Actually, johnny joints are specific joints that are made by Currie Enterprises. Not all control arms use them or use knock off versions of them but they are what we prefer.

  • @terrystotzheim9719
    @terrystotzheim9719 4 роки тому +1

    Great video! The blue loctite is a removable loctite , the red is more of a permanent loctite.

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  4 роки тому +2

      There is nothing permanent about red. When it comes to driveshafts, it IS what you want to be using. In the over 20 years of doing this, red is always what I've used and it's NEVER been a problem. People who fail to use red end up losing bolts and their driveshafts.

  • @davidg847
    @davidg847 5 років тому +1

    Amazing video all the time.

  • @wbball15
    @wbball15 5 років тому +1

    Great work. What a wayalife!

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому

      Thank you. We hope you find our video useful :)

  • @mobgma
    @mobgma 5 років тому +2

    great and informative video. can you do a long term reliability video on the JL? any recalls or TSB's or problems or fights with the dealership or did you assume no warranty because of how much you offroad it?

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому

      Well, we've only had our JL for a year but yeah, I'm sure we can do something eventually. Fortunately, we have a good relationship with our dealership and that's key in getting TSB and warranty work done without any issues.

  • @bucknbison2297
    @bucknbison2297 2 роки тому

    Hello Eddie, thanks for all your videos, I installed a front Adams driveshaft on my JT but had two things happen, I used blue rtv instead of the black one, and also when I lined the front, the holes didn’t quite match so I had to add some pressure in order for the to line up. Do you think that’s Ok? Thanks again.

  • @1111Overland
    @1111Overland 5 років тому

    One thing my buddies and I do on any bolts that shouldn’t move is make a few marks with a paint pen and inspect the bolt after a hundred miles or so to make sure it hasn’t moved. Loctite certainly works miracles, but this step is some extra peace of mind on bolts that should be torqued to spec.

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому

      That's solid advice. I typically mark my bolts and should have included that step in the video.

  • @AmericanJeeper
    @AmericanJeeper 5 років тому

    Right behind you with this mod, hopefully before EJS ☀️

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому

      Cool - have fun with your install :)

    • @AmericanJeeper
      @AmericanJeeper 5 років тому

      Wayalife I’m sure I will. Looks like fun!

  • @jim9win
    @jim9win 5 років тому

    Wow I didn't know there was that much more to do with the drive shaft guess I'll go to be in the garage again this weekend

  • @JRMR-td1tm
    @JRMR-td1tm Рік тому +1

    The only video I’ve seen that mentions the angle of the pinion

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  Рік тому +1

      Glad to hear we were thorough in our video.

  • @JADJAD56
    @JADJAD56 5 років тому +1

    good video ... greetings from Chile

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому

      JUAN ANDRES Donoso thank you 😊

  • @annschwarzen3906
    @annschwarzen3906 5 років тому +1

    большое спасибо за видео!

  • @mikeandkimgroeger7097
    @mikeandkimgroeger7097 3 роки тому

    Just got done installing the exact same front driveshaft on a 2018 Rubicon JL with a 3.5" lift. The yoke they gave me is actually hitting the t-case shift linkage when I am in 2H. If I am in 4H or 4L the linkage is rotated far enough that there is no contact. I'm guessing I have a yoke that was forged improperly since it is only hitting on one side of the yoke and just barely clearing it on the other. Took plenty of pics to share with Adams on Monday but thought I'd reach out here and see if you encountered problems like this. Sadly now I won't be running Wayne's World at Sand Hollow tomorrow :(

  • @4jaymark4
    @4jaymark4 4 роки тому

    I’m sorry wrong subject I was asking about the synergy track bar and scepter shaft brace upgradefor the 2018 jl jeep Rubicon Thank you for all your videos

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  4 роки тому

      Oh, okay. It's just a brace that goes over the factory mount. Not sure why that would require anything else to install.

  • @fwschnaar3179
    @fwschnaar3179 5 років тому

    Another Great Video! Question... I just installed a 1310 in my front, and have not done the rear yet ( Will soon, but yes I hear the Stock Drive Lines are pretty Strong). My Drive Line Shop that built my Drive Line has always said, that in the World of Jeeping... That for what ever reason if something on a Jeep (Drive Components) had to break... You would want the Drive Line to give way first, because it is the easiest thing to Fix on the Trail? .... And a Side Note on the Wheeling Videos you have recently done... When Mel went up on his Nose, I took the time to Freeze the Video, and was “Really Surprised” to see all of Mels JL pretty much Stock... Pretty Impressive how Strong, and how well the Stock Components perform! Looking forward to what’s next! 😃

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому +1

      FW Schnaar well, I cant speak for your shop being that they’re in the business of making and selling you driveshafts but I prefer to build up my Jeeps to NOT break.

    • @fwschnaar3179
      @fwschnaar3179 5 років тому +1

      Wayalife ... One thing for sure, having Watched (I think) all your Video’s... You have for sure... “Been there Done that”... Hoping to keep learning from the things you have learned ... Some the Hard Way! 😃

  • @dmboverland1574
    @dmboverland1574 5 років тому

    Great job as usual... Do you plan on adding any kind of snorkel to the JL? I saw you in the background on a quadratec video at SEMA 2018 at the rugged ridge booth when they were reviewing the new low profile snorkel... I know the new low profile modular snorkel they are showing was only a prototype as their rep told me they won't have it going to market until sometime around May... Unlike everyone out west with all of the cool mountain trails in FL we mainly muck around in sandy swamps... One day I would love to make it out there to try some of those trails...

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому

      To be honest, I'm not a huge fan of snorkels but maybe because I spend so much time wheeling in the desert. That being said, I do like how easy the Rugged Ridge snorkel is to install and how non-invasive it is. It may be something I would be willing to test out.

  • @user-io3hw7hx7q
    @user-io3hw7hx7q 5 років тому

    Outstanding job awesome thanks

  • @andrewbyor3198
    @andrewbyor3198 5 років тому

    Thanks for the info. I put a 3 inch lift in but never switched out my drive shafts! 😅

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому

      Depending on if you have a JK or a JL or a 2-door or a 4-door, you may not need one or not yet anyway.

  • @edward1967able
    @edward1967able 2 роки тому +1

    You make it look so easy 😁

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  2 роки тому

      LOL - Only because I've done a few of these over the years 😎

  • @mattmcdonough707
    @mattmcdonough707 5 років тому

    A crows foot at 90 degrees will give you access and accurate torque for those hard to reach rear drive shaft transfer case flange bolts .

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому +1

      Matt McDonough yup, you’re absolutely right. I should have clarified and said that I personally didn’t have one. That being said, I’ve been doing it this way for 20+ years and without any issues.

    • @mattmcdonough707
      @mattmcdonough707 5 років тому +1

      Wayalife Eddie you definitely go beyond a normal shade tree mechanic. Great video and I always look forward to the project videos!

  • @JeepAccessorycom
    @JeepAccessorycom 5 років тому +1

    What UA-cam School did you go to? Your Videos are always done perfectly. Thanks

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому

      LOL - Cindy just kinda picked it up and ran with it. The beginning of this video touches on it a bit ua-cam.com/video/zzf-L12frvI/v-deo.html

  • @4jaymark4
    @4jaymark4 4 роки тому

    I understand that you cannot install it to a 2018 JL Rubicon without upgraded bump stops or an aftermarket track bar is that true and if so which one is the best way to go thank you for all your videos very helpful

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  4 роки тому

      Not sure where you heard that from. So long as you have the right length driveshafts for the amount of lift your Jeep has, you should be able to just install them.

  • @wcwill84
    @wcwill84 2 роки тому

    Does it matter which direction you install the jam nut on the control arms? Or must they all be pointing toward rear and front toward the front? I've seen videos with them installed in both directions. Just wondering which way was correct?

  • @jeffriley2502
    @jeffriley2502 5 років тому

    Thanks Eddie, about to do drive shafts on mine. Great insight. Hey are you going to KOH?

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому +1

      Nah. Got family obligations that week. Hope you have fun out there.

  • @Ghst95
    @Ghst95 10 місяців тому

    I gotta upgrade mine! I noticed my transfer case or shafts making a squeaking noise at low speeds

  • @moroccan0714
    @moroccan0714 3 роки тому

    God Bless America... awesome, this is my best channel

  • @TopoPilot
    @TopoPilot 11 місяців тому +2

    You’re a confidence builder. Your approach to these projects makes men (and women) feel like it’s totally doable. I’m new to your channel and community. I have to say, I sure would have liked to have known about you 10 plus years ago. Sub’d for the ride here on out. Awesome content.

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  11 місяців тому +1

      Happy to hear you find our videos to be helpful and confidence building. Thank you for the sub too.

  • @kcarley7035
    @kcarley7035 5 років тому +2

    Thanks for another great video Eddie. Is the purpose of changing the factory shaft out to get a stronger more durable one ? Or was it to help clear the gas tank skid and prevent rubbing? Or both? Either way seems like an upgrade I’ll have to be adding to the long list. Hope to see you at EJS in April.

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому +2

      For the most part, the factory shafts are actually pretty strong and made well too. Their biggest drawback is how big their diameter is and the fact that they have CV boots that don't like steep angles. Needless to say, for our purposes, clearance was a big factor in making this upgrade. If you've got a 4-door and sitting at 3" of lift or less, I would just hold off on making this upgrade until you actually need it.

    • @kcarley7035
      @kcarley7035 5 років тому +1

      Thanks for the reply. I have a 4 door with a 2.5” icon lift so this isn’t one of my high priorities. But your install videos make me want to go turn some wrenches, and I have gotten out of my comfort zone and learned a lot working on the JL thanks to your vids. Keep up the good work

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому

      LOL! That's awesome and glad to hear we've been of some help to you.

    • @vvk
      @vvk 3 роки тому

      @@wayalife Thank you for being honest. I was thinking the same thing. So many UA-camrs promoting expensive upgrades for no apparent reason but to fatten their bank account but you seem to do it for the art. Good job 👍

  • @maxwellcard
    @maxwellcard 4 роки тому +1

    So the o ring doesn’t get swapped over on the front t-case yoke?

  • @jeffmcneil4451
    @jeffmcneil4451 5 років тому

    Great video! Did you have to measure then order or does Adams know the length based on your lift size?

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому

      I typically have custom shafts made at a local shop and always measure. When I bought these from Adams, I sent them measurements as well. I'm pretty sure they would request it.

  • @Intentsrig
    @Intentsrig 3 роки тому

    So no worries about that silver steel dust cover on the stock rear shaft yoke? On the axle side. Noticed the new one does not re use it.

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  3 роки тому +1

      Nope, no worries.

  • @lanckie
    @lanckie 4 роки тому

    explain to me please how rotating clockwise measures the torque? in my current job we would just use an electronic torque wrench to measure breaking... does that not work here?

  • @DH-gp3gp
    @DH-gp3gp 4 роки тому

    Should there be any vertical play on the TC flange?

  • @Wravyn8
    @Wravyn8 5 років тому

    Great video! I noticed you said 3” lift and more, are new driveshafts not necessary on 2.5” lifts on the JL?

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому +1

      At 2.5" of lift, new drive shafts are NOT necessary. I wouldn't even waste your time or money on them.

  • @davidhaklar8080
    @davidhaklar8080 5 років тому

    Great video! I am going to be installing front and rear Adams driveshafts this weekend. I have a JK with a 2.5 inch lift. In your opinion, would I need to pick up some upper adjustable control arms to correct my rear pinion angle after I install the new rear shaft w/ the double cardan joint? I'm thinking with that little lift height it'll depend on if I get any vibrations but I'm not sure. Thanks for posting this informative video. Dave

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому +1

      With ANY amount of lift, your pinion angle WILL be off and you WILL get driveline vibrations. Depending on what 2.5" lift you've got installed, you may easily have well over 3" of actual lift and this is especially a problem if you have a 2-door. Assuming you're still running factory 4.10 gears or lower ratio, you may not feel it too bad but if you're running 4.88 or higher, you'll want to get adjustable upper control arms and get that pinion angle set.

    • @davidhaklar8080
      @davidhaklar8080 5 років тому

      Thanks Eddie! I appreciate your insight.

    • @tuefelhunden3391
      @tuefelhunden3391 9 місяців тому

      Anything need to be done to the front axle for proper angle?

  • @04SaleenN2O
    @04SaleenN2O 5 років тому

    torquing the front pinion side. ding ting uhhhhhh, ding ting uhhhhh, ding ting uhhhhh

  • @hydroboy35th
    @hydroboy35th 4 роки тому

    @wayalife I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, hands down the best Jeep videos on UA-cam so thanks for that. Here’s my question, I have a 2dr Rubi with a Metalcloak GC 3.5in lift and I just installed my Adams rear drive shaft and adjusted my pinion angle using this video for guidance. However, I noticed the rear springs are now tilted back due to the steep pinion angle, is this ok? Or should I seek a fix like spring correction pad etc?

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  4 роки тому +1

      The bowing you're seeing is totally normal and will be quite pronounced on a 2-door. Wedges will "help" reduce the bowing but cutting off and installing new lower spring perches is the only real way to straighten things out. JKS made some for the JK and I would imagine they do for the JL as well. I would check with them.

    • @hydroboy35th
      @hydroboy35th 4 роки тому

      Wayalife Thanks for the quick reply, I literally just saw the JK ones from JKS. I’d rather not go that route if I don’t have to. So as long as nothing is touching it’s “normal” and will be fine? It looks strange lol but it drives fine.

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  4 роки тому +1

      @@hydroboy35th The biggest problem with the bowing is that it typically causes the coils to rub against things like the rear track bar. So long as yours isn't, you should be okay.

    • @hydroboy35th
      @hydroboy35th 4 роки тому

      Wayalife Nothing is touching so I’m just gonna leave it how it is for now. I mean maybe this will give me a reason to buy coilovers lol.

  • @zachtuk111
    @zachtuk111 4 роки тому +1

    I got Adam's Shaft, its very niice!

  • @jwat2396
    @jwat2396 2 роки тому

    Thank you for you answering my other comment but this is still a confusing subject to me. I've seen 2 videos where they torqued down the pinion nut to 160 foot lbs. One was in a 4×4 shop and the other called Adam's which he was told by Adam's drive shafts that 160 foot lbs wouldn't further crush the crush sleeve. So if you could elaborate on the subject I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks.

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  2 роки тому

      LOL - not sure what more there is for me to elaborate on. Certainly, I would never pretend to know more than guys on 2 other videos.

  • @colin1528
    @colin1528 5 років тому

    crowfoot wrenches work the best when trying to torque down the driveshaft bolts

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому +1

      This is true but in the 20+ years that I have been doing things this way, I have never had a problem.

  • @toddarnold6740
    @toddarnold6740 3 роки тому +1

    Very informative. Thx

  • @hectorserrano7703
    @hectorserrano7703 5 років тому

    Another great video. Is there any benefit or need to change the drive shafts with a 2.5 lift? Also how do you like the Milwaukee impact wrench was looking at The new Dewalt or Milwaukee?

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому +1

      No, I would not waste your time or money replacing your shafts with just a 2.5" lift. Also, I love my Milwaukee impact wrench :)

    • @hectorserrano7703
      @hectorserrano7703 5 років тому

      @@wayalife thanks Eddie

  • @DaveyJhones615
    @DaveyJhones615 5 років тому +2

    Shoot the down voter lol
    Thanks for taking the time to make these how-to videos. Informative as always!! Keep up the good work you two 🤙🏻

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому

      We're so glad that you enjoy these videos and find them to be informative :)

  • @woof3598
    @woof3598 Рік тому

    pinion angle is confusing, I have seen some say there should be a slight difference in DS and pinion angles so there is no occelation, but not sure, also when I was checking my DS angle it was different on the main shaft tube than it was on the slider tube

  • @bbdoco7053
    @bbdoco7053 5 років тому

    I love those driveshafts! Eddie, you should do a give away with them ;-). What’s the main differences of the red vs blue loctite? Also, do you plan to run the rear skid from rancho or are you just going to change out your diff cover later? Thanks again for a great video👍

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  5 років тому

      Red will give you a stronger bond. It takes a lot more heat to break it and should be used on bolts that you really don't want coming undone. Blue is a medium strength thread locker and less effort is needed to break it free. As far as giveaways go, I wish they gave mine to me for free. They ain't cheap!

    • @bbdoco7053
      @bbdoco7053 5 років тому

      Thank you!

  • @johnvenadas6811
    @johnvenadas6811 2 роки тому

    Not sure if this question was already asked.
    If I am swapping out only my front driveshaft (2019 JLUR, MC 3.5 GC Lift), do you recommend that I also adjust the driveshaft and pinion angle for the front like you did on the video for the rear?
    Or does the front drive shaft installation not require the angle and control arm adjustment?
    Thanks in advance! and awesome content by the way long time stalker first time commenter! lol

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  2 роки тому +1

      On your front axle, caster needs to take precedence over pinion angle. Setting your pinion in line with your drive shaft will cause your Jeep to feel flighty at highway speeds and or cause poor handling.

    • @johnvenadas6811
      @johnvenadas6811 2 роки тому +1

      @@wayalife thanks for you quick response!! Much appreciated. About to start this build and I am still learning along the way! Your videos help a lot!

  • @michaelhalstead64
    @michaelhalstead64 4 роки тому +1

    Great video. Quick question. Does the pinion angle in the front not need adjusted? This will obviously change the caster. Seen another video regarding pinion angle and double Cardin joints that has me confused on front shafts. Thanks.

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  4 роки тому +1

      Proper caster angle NEEDS to take precedence over pinion angle.

    • @michaelhalstead64
      @michaelhalstead64 4 роки тому

      Wayalife I thought so. Makes sense. Thanks Eddie.

    • @presleypictures2533
      @presleypictures2533 4 роки тому +1

      I’m stuck on the same issue. A double cardan shaft is supposed to have the pinion in line with the shaft, but doing so will wipeout your caster. I agree that caster take precedence but doing so totally takes the shaft out of alignment with the pinion. So is there a better option for the front drive shaft? Thanks!!!

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  4 роки тому

      @@presleypictures2533 It won't be off as much as you'd think. So long as the shaft is balanced well, you won't even feel it. If you're really that worried, you can always get an aftermarket axle with more pre-built in caster.

  • @jeremy8715
    @jeremy8715 5 років тому

    I think a rubber hammer could be useful for installing the yoke. You should paint the yoke. I didn't and its rusting (surface rust right now), though I do live in the Northeast. :(

  • @wahyuyudhayudha5940
    @wahyuyudhayudha5940 4 роки тому

    Goodd tutorial,ilike..succes for wayalife...❤️👍👍👍

  • @mikeglass4267
    @mikeglass4267 11 місяців тому +1

    Liked video very informative

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  11 місяців тому

      Glad to hear you found it to be informative 👍

    • @mikeglass4267
      @mikeglass4267 11 місяців тому

      @@wayalife wish there people around my area that could show people things such as you have

  • @johnvento1344
    @johnvento1344 3 роки тому

    How you measured the rear driveshaft and pinion angle, is that how I would measure the front angles as well? If so, would you be shooting for similar angles for the front pinion and front driveshaft? Thank you and keep up the great videos.

    • @wayalife
      @wayalife  3 роки тому

      No. Up front, caster angle NEEDS to take priority over pinion angle.

    • @johnvento1344
      @johnvento1344 3 роки тому

      @@wayalife thank you very much!

    • @johnvento1344
      @johnvento1344 3 роки тому

      @@wayalife thank you very much!