Halfshaft and other things needed...

[Highatop]

I want to buy a backup halfshaft and the things I need to replace it even on the trail. Rock****.com has the best prices. I do want to order and want to get everythin I need at one time.
Mine is a 06 H3 Base.

I was goin to PM someone but, I thought this would be good info for everyone that doesn't know.

Again, this is for orderin online. Thanks

 

[06 H3]

36mm socket is needed. If you need a halfshaft I can sell you a used one for cheaper then rock auto. idk if you care if its used.

 

[Highatop]

Thanks. At the prices there, its only about $40 or so. Just want to make sure I have everythin in my trail box, seals and such too.

 

[06 H3]

for a trail swap I dont think seals are necessary and add to the install because you will need to remove the mounting piece. I would say just carry a halfshaft and tie rods.

 

[3Hummers]

For the H3 I would agree with Chris. half shaft and tie rods.

 

[digglesworth]

That's all I carry for front end parts. There's a nifty little tool that helps with installation of the cv so the splines don't damage the seals. Alrock can chime in on that. I carry one of those... Seals aren't necessary as a trail repair. Watch the brand of cv shafts. Guys have hadbad luck with empi shafts... A1 Cardone are a little better. That's what I bought. Still in the $40 range. I swapped my 06 14mm tie rods for 16mm ones from the newer models. I carry the old 14s as spares for now.

 

[Highatop]

Thanks. I have the tierod for a spare, just not a halfshaft. Here at one of the part stores they want a core charge plus $90 for the part. This was last year tho. Alrock did mention the best place to get them w/ no core charge. This is why I was askin, if I need to order anythin else while I'm online orderin. Also, that nifty tool mentioned.
W/ me wheelin harder now, smarter but still harder...well, you guys know whats goin to happen next...

 

[alrock]

I get the Cardones (new, not remans) from Rockauto. I did bust one of the Cardones in Moab. It was shaft break, not CV failure, but I'm still going to run them unless breakage becomes a habit.

 

[digglesworth]

Alrock, do you have that link for the seal protector for him?