RIP Front Propeller Shaft :(

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RIP Front Propeller Shaft :(

Post by pdavey » Sat Mar 18, 2017 12:02 pm

So over 202,000 miles and my front propeller shaft started failing (squeaking and grinding). Probably due to the salt this winter and not enough lubrication.

Instead of rebuilding I am just going to have the whole thing replaced at this point given all the wear.

Just going with the NAPA part. Supposedly it is easier to grease then the stock one.
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Performance Mods:
  • Comp 260 Camshaft, Upgraded Valve Springs, Forged Push Rods, JBA Shorties, Airaid Cold Air Intake, Gibson Dual Cat Exhast (Side Swept), National Speed Custom Tune
Other Mods:
  • Kenwood KVT-719 w/ Garmin Navigation and Kenwood Rear Camera, JL Stealth Sub
Suspension/Protection Mods:
  • Carli Upper "Bomb Proof" Ball Joints, NAPA Lower Ball Joints, Thuren Adj Track Bar, Thuren Adjusted Fox Damper, T-Style Steering Upgrade, New Power Steering Pump, 2012 Power Steering Motor Upgrade, Thuren King 2.5 Custom Rear Shocks -Stage 1, Thuren Off-set Control Arms, Thuren King 2.5 Custom Front Shocks -Stage 2, 35x12.50x17 Nitto Trail Grappler (previous tires Cooper STT), Carli Front Dif Gard,
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Re: RIP Front Propeller Shaft :(

Post by RustyPW » Sat Mar 18, 2017 2:29 pm

Over 200,000 miles......yeah I think stuff is going to start to fall apart.
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Re: RIP Front Propeller Shaft :(

Post by pdavey » Sat Mar 18, 2017 3:03 pm

We will build it better and stronger

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2005 Dodge Power Wagon QC Black - "Laramie"
Performance Mods:
  • Comp 260 Camshaft, Upgraded Valve Springs, Forged Push Rods, JBA Shorties, Airaid Cold Air Intake, Gibson Dual Cat Exhast (Side Swept), National Speed Custom Tune
Other Mods:
  • Kenwood KVT-719 w/ Garmin Navigation and Kenwood Rear Camera, JL Stealth Sub
Suspension/Protection Mods:
  • Carli Upper "Bomb Proof" Ball Joints, NAPA Lower Ball Joints, Thuren Adj Track Bar, Thuren Adjusted Fox Damper, T-Style Steering Upgrade, New Power Steering Pump, 2012 Power Steering Motor Upgrade, Thuren King 2.5 Custom Rear Shocks -Stage 1, Thuren Off-set Control Arms, Thuren King 2.5 Custom Front Shocks -Stage 2, 35x12.50x17 Nitto Trail Grappler (previous tires Cooper STT), Carli Front Dif Gard,
Style/Other Mods:
  • KC LightBar Behind Tow Hooks Mount, 2 KC Slim Driving Lights, 2 KC Offroading Lights, Weatherguard Black Steel Truck Box, Winch TPS bypass, Warn Wireless Winch Module
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Re: RIP Front Propeller Shaft :(

Post by pdavey » Sat Mar 18, 2017 5:11 pm

All back in one piece with no squeak. The new prop shaft has greasable fittings all over. Much like the original should have had.

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2005 Dodge Power Wagon QC Black - "Laramie"
Performance Mods:
  • Comp 260 Camshaft, Upgraded Valve Springs, Forged Push Rods, JBA Shorties, Airaid Cold Air Intake, Gibson Dual Cat Exhast (Side Swept), National Speed Custom Tune
Other Mods:
  • Kenwood KVT-719 w/ Garmin Navigation and Kenwood Rear Camera, JL Stealth Sub
Suspension/Protection Mods:
  • Carli Upper "Bomb Proof" Ball Joints, NAPA Lower Ball Joints, Thuren Adj Track Bar, Thuren Adjusted Fox Damper, T-Style Steering Upgrade, New Power Steering Pump, 2012 Power Steering Motor Upgrade, Thuren King 2.5 Custom Rear Shocks -Stage 1, Thuren Off-set Control Arms, Thuren King 2.5 Custom Front Shocks -Stage 2, 35x12.50x17 Nitto Trail Grappler (previous tires Cooper STT), Carli Front Dif Gard,
Style/Other Mods:
  • KC LightBar Behind Tow Hooks Mount, 2 KC Slim Driving Lights, 2 KC Offroading Lights, Weatherguard Black Steel Truck Box, Winch TPS bypass, Warn Wireless Winch Module
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Re: RIP Front Propeller Shaft :(

Post by TwinStick » Sat Mar 18, 2017 6:49 pm

In case anyone was curious--- https://www.napaonline.com/en/search?te ... orm-newveh
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Re: RIP Front Propeller Shaft :(

Post by FirerescuePW » Sat Mar 18, 2017 11:15 pm

Well damn, Peter...



It's nice having you out front doing recon for me. I just hope I remember what went wrong for you when I finally put some miles on mine!

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Re: RIP Front Propeller Shaft :(

Post by pdavey » Sun Mar 19, 2017 1:45 pm

Thanks TwinStick. Here are a few pics of the new one.
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Look visible zerks!
2005 Dodge Power Wagon QC Black - "Laramie"
Performance Mods:
  • Comp 260 Camshaft, Upgraded Valve Springs, Forged Push Rods, JBA Shorties, Airaid Cold Air Intake, Gibson Dual Cat Exhast (Side Swept), National Speed Custom Tune
Other Mods:
  • Kenwood KVT-719 w/ Garmin Navigation and Kenwood Rear Camera, JL Stealth Sub
Suspension/Protection Mods:
  • Carli Upper "Bomb Proof" Ball Joints, NAPA Lower Ball Joints, Thuren Adj Track Bar, Thuren Adjusted Fox Damper, T-Style Steering Upgrade, New Power Steering Pump, 2012 Power Steering Motor Upgrade, Thuren King 2.5 Custom Rear Shocks -Stage 1, Thuren Off-set Control Arms, Thuren King 2.5 Custom Front Shocks -Stage 2, 35x12.50x17 Nitto Trail Grappler (previous tires Cooper STT), Carli Front Dif Gard,
Style/Other Mods:
  • KC LightBar Behind Tow Hooks Mount, 2 KC Slim Driving Lights, 2 KC Offroading Lights, Weatherguard Black Steel Truck Box, Winch TPS bypass, Warn Wireless Winch Module
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Re: RIP Front Propeller Shaft :(

Post by flattire » Sun Mar 19, 2017 7:52 pm

I see them!!

Might be worth getting this even if old one is still good. With all the time wasted trying to find the "hidden" fitting.
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Re: RIP Front Propeller Shaft :(

Post by TwinStick » Mon Mar 20, 2017 1:11 pm

For the current NAPA price in my above post, the NAPA prop shaft price is the same or cheaper than having my current rusty one rebuilt by a driveshaft shop, at least by me. (Meaning---3 new u-joints & a new double cardan joint).

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Re: RIP Front Propeller Shaft :(

Post by FirerescuePW » Mon Mar 20, 2017 10:58 pm

I see zerks on the u-joints... is there one on the double cardan joint?

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Re: RIP Front Propeller Shaft :(

Post by pdavey » Tue Mar 21, 2017 9:31 pm

I will check when I am home this weekend. I didn't see it immediately but also haven't inspected it that closely yet.

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2005 Dodge Power Wagon QC Black - "Laramie"
Performance Mods:
  • Comp 260 Camshaft, Upgraded Valve Springs, Forged Push Rods, JBA Shorties, Airaid Cold Air Intake, Gibson Dual Cat Exhast (Side Swept), National Speed Custom Tune
Other Mods:
  • Kenwood KVT-719 w/ Garmin Navigation and Kenwood Rear Camera, JL Stealth Sub
Suspension/Protection Mods:
  • Carli Upper "Bomb Proof" Ball Joints, NAPA Lower Ball Joints, Thuren Adj Track Bar, Thuren Adjusted Fox Damper, T-Style Steering Upgrade, New Power Steering Pump, 2012 Power Steering Motor Upgrade, Thuren King 2.5 Custom Rear Shocks -Stage 1, Thuren Off-set Control Arms, Thuren King 2.5 Custom Front Shocks -Stage 2, 35x12.50x17 Nitto Trail Grappler (previous tires Cooper STT), Carli Front Dif Gard,
Style/Other Mods:
  • KC LightBar Behind Tow Hooks Mount, 2 KC Slim Driving Lights, 2 KC Offroading Lights, Weatherguard Black Steel Truck Box, Winch TPS bypass, Warn Wireless Winch Module
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Re: RIP Front Propeller Shaft :(

Post by 2wagons1driveway » Sun Mar 26, 2017 7:47 pm

pdavey wrote:So over 202,000 miles and my front propeller shaft started failing (squeaking and grinding). Probably due to the salt this winter and not enough lubrication.

Instead of rebuilding I am just going to have the whole thing replaced at this point given all the wear.

Just going with the NAPA part. Supposedly it is easier to grease then the stock one.
I've been through three prop shafts already man your doing great! Haha my trucks got alittle over 70,000 miles on it too :/


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Re: RIP Front Propeller Shaft :(

Post by Reloaderguy » Sun Mar 26, 2017 8:48 pm

2wagons1driveway wrote:
pdavey wrote:So over 202,000 miles and my front propeller shaft started failing (squeaking and grinding). Probably due to the salt this winter and not enough lubrication.

Instead of rebuilding I am just going to have the whole thing replaced at this point given all the wear.

Just going with the NAPA part. Supposedly it is easier to grease then the stock one.
I've been through three prop shafts already man your doing great! Haha my trucks got alittle over 70,000 miles on it too :/


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Re: RIP Front Propeller Shaft :(

Post by 2wagons1driveway » Sun Mar 26, 2017 11:27 pm

Reloaderguy wrote:
2wagons1driveway wrote:
pdavey wrote:So over 202,000 miles and my front propeller shaft started failing (squeaking and grinding). Probably due to the salt this winter and not enough lubrication.

Instead of rebuilding I am just going to have the whole thing replaced at this point given all the wear.

Just going with the NAPA part. Supposedly it is easier to grease then the stock one.
I've been through three prop shafts already man your doing great! Haha my trucks got alittle over 70,000 miles on it too :/


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