alpha 1 gen 2 ujoint bellows tool ?

[riverboy460]

do i really need the bellows expander tool to replace it also do i really need the driver for the metal collar as well that goes on the outdrive side not transom? can a new one be installed without those 2 tools. thanks for replies.

 

[Bt Doctur]

Re: alpha 1 gen 2 ujoint bellows tool ?

The bellows expander you mention is mainly used on the exaust bellows when connecting the end to the gimbal housing. the main bellows boot dosent require help. The tool to install the ring is needed or some type of driver to install it without bending or damaging it.

 

[riverboy460]

Re: alpha 1 gen 2 ujoint bellows tool ?

thanks bt doctur i wasnt sure if i needed one or not i just want to do it right and save the 100 - 200 for labor i have all the parts just missing the 2 special tools. i removed my gimbal bearing last nite and am waiting on the engine alignment tool and bearing and oil seal installer tool be here tomorrow. thanks again

 

[jam1ej20]

Re: alpha 1 gen 2 ujoint bellows tool ?

I put the driveshaft bellows sleeve in place without the tool with no problems. Just lube it with powertune and push the sleeve in place, hold it there until the powertune dries and you're good to go. The bellows expander for the exhaust bellows is quite helpful though. However, if you go with the exhaust tube, the expander isn't needed.

 

[180shabah]

Re: alpha 1 gen 2 ujoint bellows tool ?

If that ring seated with just a little lube, you got real lucky. It is almost impossible to get it to seat without even pressure all the way around.

 

[jam1ej20]

Re: alpha 1 gen 2 ujoint bellows tool ?

Do a search on here and you'll see that Don even suggests that it can be easily done without the tool. Lube with powertune and push it in. Work it in evenly and it'll seat...no problems.

 

[Don S]

Re: alpha 1 gen 2 ujoint bellows tool ?

If that ring seated with just a little lube, you got real lucky. It is almost impossible to get it to seat without even pressure all the way around.

Not just any ole lube will work. PowerTuner evaporates completely in about 15 seconds then the ring will stay in. I have put them in by hand many times, when using OEM bellows. But found it impossible with after market bellows. They just arent the same.