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greasing zirk fittings for u joint and slip yoke

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Old 10-18-16, 11:52 AM
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Default greasing zirk fittings for u joint and slip yoke

I believe there are 6 zirk fittings, 2 u joints for the front and one slip yoke and 2 u joints for the rear and 1 slip yoke. I am aware the the u-joints get grease until it comes out the sides, and that the slip yoke should not be overgreased. However, I can't find a difinitive pic on where each one is located so I don't mix them up?
Old 10-18-16, 01:39 PM
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just get under there with lots of light...it will be obvious..the two for the u joints are in the joint. cant miss any of them
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There's no possible way to mix them up, it will be obvious when you look under there. The u-joint fittings are literally in the middle of the u-joint itself. Sometimes they can be at a difficult angle just because of the position of the driveshaft when you parked. If they are too difficult, roll the vehicle a little.
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I did this without a lift. Just roll the truck a bit until you have good visuals and access to the zirks.
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thank you guys.
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