K-20 CV Joint

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GregL

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1977
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K 20
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Hey Guys,
The CV joint on my front drive shaft started making noise on my 1977 K-20. Pulled it apart and need to get the ball/spring kit and new flange, as you can see in the pic, the seal edge is damaged. I think I found the right parts I need on eBay but I'd just like to double check here to make sure this looks like the right stuff before I pull the trigger. Both listings show 1977 Chevrolet K-20 on their "Compatibility" list but I've run into errors there before.
I've posted two links to the parts I'm looking at. The flange looks the same, the spring/ball kit has an extra spring. Mine only seems to have one spring.
Your thoughts?



As usual, your help and input is much appreciated!
Greg

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1lejohn

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Rock Auto also has a kit. I don't know if it's the correct one. I would think they might be a better option. They also have the whole shaft. Thats the way I'm going to go.
 

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K25 Camper Special TH350 NP203
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This was the design of the CV joint on my'75 K25, and it looks different than your truck's joint. I bought the new ball and socket assembly (Rockauto, I think), along with all new sealed universal joints for the driveshaft. I also pumped a liberal amount of grease into the sliding section, since it was nearly frozen.

When I first got my truck, in about 2002, the front driveshaft and universal joints were in really bad condition, so I just bought a complete new front driveshaft. I think it is still available for about $250.
 

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GregL

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Thanks guys, I just ordered the parts from Rock Auto. :favorites13:
 

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