1981 Ford F100 Revival (Parked for 12 years)

[Jonathan]

ArdWrknTrk wrote

Are you just doing the hub seals and bearings, or are you going to pull the center section and replace everything, necessitating setting up the gear lash?

Yes, there are hub seals. And there is a gasket if you are going to pull off the brake backing plates.

But I don't know how CDO you expect to go.

I want to do anything in the brake drum area where I am doing the brakes for now. But I haven't took it apart yet to know exactly what is in there. But I have new drums and shoes and all the springs and such already. Just need the rest.

[ArdWrknTrk]

Okay, so not the center section, and you're not going to remove the brake backing plates to clean them up?

Then you should just need a pair of bearings and a pair of seals.

[Jonathan]

ArdWrknTrk wrote

Okay, so not the center section, and you're not going to remove the brake backing plates to clean them up?

Then you should just need a pair of bearings and a pair of seals.

I will probably pull of the backing plates and clean them up for sure. Anything I will need related to that? From what I can tell the bearings are sealed already but I keep seeing seals online too. So I am confused on that.

[Jonathan]

Jonathan wrote

ArdWrknTrk wrote

Okay, so not the center section, and you're not going to remove the brake backing plates to clean them up?

Then you should just need a pair of bearings and a pair of seals.

I will probably pull of the backing plates and clean them up for sure. Anything I will need related to that? From what I can tell the bearings are sealed already but I keep seeing seals online too. So I am confused on that.

Here is what I got so far. Should this be all?

[ArdWrknTrk]

If you remove the backing plates you'll want to replace the backing plate (or axle flange) gaskets.

I'm pretty sure an '81 truck would have the large bearing pocket, but again I don't know enough about these axles in an 80's truck, so I can't really help you with a part number.

I usually look gaskets up on Fel-pro because almost everyone else has a cross to their numbers.

[Jonathan]

Is this how it is configured? I have not found any pictures in the manual yet. I found this on LMC. But they don't offer anything for 2800 lbs. If like this I don't plan on pulling the shaft out. I only want to do it if it is on the wheel.

[ArdWrknTrk]

Like the first drawing.
The 9" isn't a full floating axle.

If you want to replace the bearings the axles have to come out.

[Jonathan]

ArdWrknTrk wrote

Like the first drawing.
The 9" isn't a full floating axle.

If you want to replace the bearings the axles have to come out.

Thanks for the info. If that is the case I will pass for now. I just want to deal with anything with the wheel whilst I am working on it. I can't find a backing plate or seal yet but I will keep looking. Unless it is rusted out I can just clean up the old one. But I can't find any gasket or seal.

[Atlas75]

I’m no expert on the Ford 9 inch but don’t you need to pull the axel shaft to get the backing plate off too?  I don’t think you can do any bearings or seals or remove the backing plates without removing the axel shafts.  If there is no evidence of any leaks or bad bearings, I would just clean up the backing plates with a wire brush and replace the brake components.  One other reason I say that is I think the axel shaft has one or two components that are pressed on to the shaft.  Removing them can be tricky and requires a press to reinstall.

[Jonathan]

Atlas75 wrote

I’m no expert on the Ford 9 inch but don’t you need to pull the axel shaft to get the backing plate off too?  I don’t think you can do any bearings or seals or remove the backing plates without removing the axel shafts.  If there is no evidence of any leaks or bad bearings, I would just clean up the backing plates with a wire brush and replace the brake components.  One other reason I say that is I think the axel shaft has one or two components that are pressed on to the shaft.  Removing them can be tricky and requires a press to reinstall.

Thanks for confirming the configuration Carl. I will only address what is easily assessable when doing the rear brakes. I will pass on pulling the axel shaft at this time.

[Jonathan]

I had some custom art work made up of my truck. It is in my profile picture. You can purchase the stickers directly from the artist if you like them. She can probably make other colors if requested and if there is demand for it.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/1037528523/vintage-ford-truck-sticker-ford-f100

[rcarlisle]

Jonathan wrote

I had some custom art work made up of my truck. It is in my profile picture. You can purchase the stickers directly from the artist if you like them. She can probably make other colors if requested and if there is demand for it.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/1037528523/vintage-ford-truck-sticker-ford-f100

I have these and they are great!  May get more if I redo anything and need them.  

Gary has a decal contest for ideas for site logo decals - I think that truck embodies the whole spirit of this site and the trucks.  

Thanks for offering them up.

[Jonathan]

I have these and they are great!  May get more if I redo anything and need them.  

Gary has a decal contest for ideas for site logo decals - I think that truck embodies the whole spirit of this site and the trucks.  

Thanks for offering them up.


Thanks for the feedback Randy. Do you have a link to the forum discussing the contest? Maybe I can have something more suitable made up to submit.

[rcarlisle]

It's in the main part of the forum.  thread called "Window Sticker Contest" - apparently started last year but revived recently.  When I go to the thread, it doesn't have a normal address at top so I'm not sure how to make a specific link.   Gary may see this and help more, but pretty easy to find in main part.  

[Gary Lewis]

You need a “permalink” for any thread/post on the forum. There’s a link at the top of the thread where you can get it for the top level of the thread. Or click More on a post and then Permalink to get one for that post.

[rcarlisle]

WEll, then, try this.  http://forum.garysgaragemahal.com/Window-Sticker-Contest-tp56504.html

AHA!  THanks Gary.   Learned something today.

[Jonathan]

rcarlisle wrote

WEll, then, try this.  http://forum.garysgaragemahal.com/Window-Sticker-Contest-tp56504.html

AHA!  THanks Gary.   Learned something today.

Thanks Randy, when I was looking I did find that thread but I didn't think it was correct because so old.

[Jonathan]

Sorry for the update delays. Here are updates from July 17th. My full time job has been very busy and have worked the last two weekends also.

I wanted to clean up the spindle and parts all in one go this time so I can protect it from rust and not have to keep cleaning it up again. It was a lot of work and a lot of cheek pokers but I finally got it finished. As you can see there is a few defects on the spindle. Hopefully it won't impact proper operation.

[rcarlisle]

Looks great!  This is before you dismantled the beams?

[Jonathan]

Here are updates of suspension work from July 24th. I had to work last weekend but found time to work on the truck.

I try to get pictures of the nut and bolt sizes to help others prepare tools needed for the job. And I also try to show the order the parts are arranged. One thing that surprised me is I finally had a chance to use that large standard wrench (1 1/8) hanging on the wall for over 10 years never used. I felt vindicated on my choice to purchase tools I don't have when they are clearance or a good deal.

After getting more apart I noticed another bushing I needed to order. That nightmare was saved for the next day.