U Joint replacement Engine Out

[barkleydave]

We have pulled the engine and it is at a re-builder.

We would like to replace the U Joint. The transmission is still in the car.
Has anyone unbolted and moved the tranny forward then removed joint or do we have to pull the Rear end out?

Thanks!

[ryanheacox]

Why not just pull the transmission? Easy to do with the engine out. Much easier to work on a bench. May also be prudent to change the transmission bearings at the same time.

[Mulletwagon]

Originally Posted by ryanheacox

Why not just pull the transmission? Easy to do with the engine out. Much easier to work on a bench. May also be prudent to change the transmission bearings at the same time.

Yep, just need to unbolt the U Joint enclosure. Removing the shift tower would also make handling a little easier.

[Chuck Sea/Tac]

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Also the brake and clutch pedals. Just did the same thing. I’m putting it back as a single assembly. Engine and tranny bolted together.