1986 XJ6 - New to me.
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Thank You, and I will do that. Front end is back in place, with all new bushes, springs, and shocks. I just got the upgraded sway bar, and will install this shortly. Or at least as soon as the ice melts around here..
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Final Drive Cleaning
An Update - The final drive has slowed me down more than a little. Just a guy in a garage, no sandblaster, no dip tank - it is a WAR to get this thing cleaned up. I have tried different variations on all types of cleaners. Used the power washer - over and over again. No joy. You need a wire brush, a case of brake cleaner, and time. That works. It is just slow work. Finally broke it all down, and I am systematically working through it. The center section is back together. New side bearings and seals. The main bearings all appear to be intact and stout. All gears intact. No teeth missing, smooth action, and tight. I have U-joints, bearings, seals galore on order to work through all the consumables. In general, it is a nasty pig - but tough, intact, and just needs seals. I have not come across a failed bearing yet. Just trashed seals. Still looking though, and I will run them all out before I call it good and hang it again. A few different additional shots in the album.
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