Loud clunk when shifting from P to R on A/T 4speed

[zukitrek]

Today I got lucky. Mailman did a second round in my street and delivered DMM straight to me. I guess they are already in the groove for the holiday season traffic.

[fixkick]

those are all top brands
i avoid no names, (like, duraxxxxx) or seen on fleabay. cast iron weak spiders.
there are 2 kinds.
1: OEM like and fit, per your list
2: and some makers make super strong u-joints that spider is forced steel,, same steel as you wheel spindles or connection rods. Drop forged steel.
cost more. the latter.

there is no way to compare top brands for any value.
who could do that? no independent labs, and why, because its a moving target.
GMB is Japanese, i think make front shock struts too.

like I said before, i first decide the brand I like, pick one (right finger in air , lol)
then i go to there e-catalog, you do know that all catalogs are on line not, not trips to store to read there, takes what 1min work.
here

http://www.gmb.jp/assets/templates/palet..._img01.jpg


the gmb cat is here and both the spider and caps are forged.

catalogs real beat out most online pages, (the latter is second generation and subject to errors, see?)
the OEM cats are the best, source of accurate information,.
as seen here.

and answers your question on fits. clearly
page 96
shows 2 version, regular and performance, (cheaper and more expensive)
say fits location a and b but not center of 2WD car. (it has 2 ujoints and 1 CV on rear prop shaft)

http://www.carquestprofessionals.com/cat...atalog.pdf

carquest keeps the real book, on line for you, its the real catalog.


all three posted by you are top OEM like brands, Not racing types. GMB 215-0081 is the racing type. code 15 is that.

good luck !
i hope your bleed screw works. are you still running Rubicon cap.'s in the ECU>? if forget, ever look?

[zukitrek]

those are all top brands
Great!!
i avoid no names, (like, duraxxxxx) or seen on fleabay. cast iron weak spiders.
Hell yeah, I will avoid.

there is no way to compare top brands for any value.
who could do that? no independent labs, and why, because its a moving target.
GMB is Japanese, i think make front shock struts too.
I know, but seems odd that GMB (sure japanese some parts, korean others, they have many factories worldwide) is top brand.
is the cheaper one? NOS? Surplus?

http://www.gmb.jp/assets/templates/palet..._img01.jpg

the gmb cat is here and both the spider and caps are forged.

catalogs real beat out most online pages, (the latter is second generation and subject to errors, see?)
the OEM cats are the best, source of accurate information,.
as seen here.

and answers your question on fits. clearly
page 96
shows 2 version, regular and performance, (cheaper and more expensive)
say fits location a and b but not center of 2WD car. (it has 2 ujoints and 1 CV on rear prop shaft)
Should I replaced that one too?

http://www.carquestprofessionals.com/cat...atalog.pdf

carquest keeps the real book, on line for you, its the real catalog.


all three posted by you are top OEM like brands, Not racing types. GMB 215-0081 is the racing type. code 15 is that.

good luck !
i hope your bleed screw works.
Hope too!!

are you still running Rubicon cap.'s in the ECU>? if forget, ever look?
Have not have time to do so. Arrrrrrgh. I need to clone myself!!

BTW brakes arrived (Wagner Thermoquiet ceramic pads) friday and were installed saturday morning. Ran her for 204 miles and no probs. Now need to change rear brakes.

Graciaaasssss!!!

[fixkick]

GMB is a top company,, what maters is quality, not price, its not $1 each, so;....
Founded in March of 1943, GMB Japan has a capital of ï¿¥838,598,000, sales of 184.3 billion WON, and 400 workers.
GMB Japan generally manufactures Tensioner & Idler Bearings, Water Pumps, and Universal Joints.

they have plants all over the world, and are all making, Japan quality parts, and regulated buy the main company.
it does not matter who pushes the button?, but matters is the MANAGEMENT.
methods, testing and quality audits. (the assembly plant means nothing to me. . what matters is who pulls the strings)

http://www.gmb.co.kr/en/global/japan.asp

you should work in real factory?
and see , how costs vary. (labor , location, and machine , costs)
some factories, make these parts totally automated today.
so those not doing that, go broke or sell for more money.... or use "hype to sell it as better quality with zero proof." or sell Fear (the American way)
try to avoid price, as a factor unless it's like $3 a joint.
you are buying a NAME.... AND THEIR REPUTATION.
nos:?
in fact, a top choice for all classic car builders. NOS.


how about $1 each

http://universal-joint.en.made-in-china....Joint.html

check out that spiffy factory..

some factories have $1 hour labor , at hand.

[zukitrek]

Well this is a no contest, GMB being the imported one is the cheapest one so, GMB will be.
And like you say its name speaks for itself. $4.86 a piece? All in all about $19 shipped including S/H to PR. A steal?

In my buggy rebuild, most of my parts oddly enough, were Japanese top brands, GMB, Koyo, Taiho Arai, etc.
I was in complete awe as I thought that for my car being that old, getting aftermarket japan quality parts would be non existent.

And still find most of them online Honda brand, not costing the "rescue us from bankruptcy please" prices like our beloved Suzuki does.

Ok will order them today.

As per the rear brakes, I think Ill go with the Raybestos, part number 660PG. Already checked them in their catalog.
As per your Brake page my rear drum sizes are the bigger ones (4door size) right?

BTW, I don't think at my age I will or want to work on real factory. LOL!!
But I know what you are talking about. Applies to everything. Manufacturing cost and quality control are key to good quality parts.
Gracias!!!

[fixkick]

buying anything is a personal choice, and risk
and for sure car parts, unseen.
the brakes are listed in every brake makers catalog, on line
there is no need guess...
Google finds this in 1sec.

[zukitrek]

Oh yes I know. Thats why your trick of going to manufacturers online part catalog is a charm.
Now, my way to go when making sure part fitment for my cars.

Cheers!!