SAFARI STORME MY14

PROPELLER SHAFT 15 PROPELLER SHAFT 6. To remove the opposite bearing assembly, turn the yoke over and straighten the cross in the open cross hole. Then carefully press on the end of the cross such that the other bearing assembly moves straight out of the bearing cross hole. INSPECTION 1. Check the U. J. cross for defects like Brinelling and End Galling. 2. Check for excessive looseness across the ends of the bearing assemblies and trunnion this looseness should not exceed 0.15 mm maximum. If found to be more, replace the U. J. cross. 3. Check the shaft for damage, bent tubing or missing balance weights. Make certain there is no build up of foreign material on the shaft such as undercoat or concrete. If any of these are found then, remove it carefully to avoid damage to the propeller shaft. If shaft is found bent, damaged replace it. 4. Check for run out. Check tube for ovality. 5. Remove the end yoke from the propeller shaft and place in a soft jawed vise to inspect the cross hole surfaces. Raised metal can be removed with a rat tail or half round file. Emery cloth should be used to remove all rust and corrosion from cross hole bores.