I have to get this 1936 GMC T-14 pickup, Torque tube disconnected... it appears to be a two piece tube and I need to unhook it from the tranny.... We have unbolted the collars.. but the rear tube of course will not move back to access u-joints How to slide it apart..? What is that hole for in the side of the cup..??
This is what happens when there's more than one thread started in different forums. The OP forgets where he's posted and things get messy & difficult to follow. Which one do you want to keep. I'll delete the other.
VCCA Member 43216 Save a life, adopt a senior shelter pet. 1938 HB Business Coupe 1953 210 Sedan
. Your "122 wheelbase" GMC looks similar to a 3/4 ton Chevy. In the photo, the top U-joint would attach to a 3 speed transmission and the bottom U-joint to a 4 speed and the rear U-joint connection. Once you pull the C-clips, the bushings slide out when aligned with the semicircle cut outs in the ball. I have made a special drift to drive them out. If they are in good condition, they can be stubborn. When you run out of cuss words, try Plan "B". The GMC may have bearings in the U-joints like the 1940 Chevy. . Plan "B" would involve disconnecting the E-brakes from the chassis, unbolting the rear end and sliding it back out of the U-joint, Be careful not to stretch the hydraulic brake hose. Use safety precautions so your truck doesn't fall on you. . . The 1/8" pipe thread hole on top of the 4-speed trans and on the side of the center U-joint Ball is for oil. A zerk nipple occasionally finds it's way into those holes but they need 90 weight not axle grease. . Lou .
