VP 270 U joint R&R - tips needed

[DarrellK]

Volvo Penta 270

I am looking for tips on removal and install of the U joint crosses W/O removal from the transmission. (I am aware that with removal, we can inspect the main seal, tolerances, etc., but I am going to have an experienced VP/AQ series mechanic look at my drive come Fall/Winter).

Any tips would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

 

[Scott Danforth]

you need to pull the transmission to get access to the front screws to remove the front halve of the transmission assembly. you then need to set up the proper shimming of the gears when you reinstall the u-joint shaft.

my recommendation, unbolt the transmission from the rest of the drive and take it to your VP/AQ mechanic

 

[DarrellK]

The transmission is off the drive. I have been told there is a way to replace the crosses without opening up the transmission.

 

[Scott Danforth]

short of cutting off part of the front bearing carrier where the bellows attaches, I dont think so.

you have to pull the front bearing carrier to get to the retaining bolt for the shaft. then you need a set of shims, etc. to put it all back together.