How to replace the universal joint with an external snap ring on Chevrolet Blazer?

Start your universal joint replacement project by getting both the J9522-3 U-Joint Bearing Separator and J9522-5 U-Joint Bearing Spacer Remover tools. Position the propeller shaft horizontally and steer clear of tube contact that can hurt the parts. Note the propeller shaft ends before you take it apart. Use pliers to take apart snap rings and work the cup end with a tap if the joint does not release pressure. Place the U-Joint Bearing Separator (J9522-3) between open horizontal bearing cups then apply it to the lower yoke ear's support surface while using a 30 mm or 27 mm socket head. When the first bearing cup fails to extract push the U-Joint Bearing Spacer Remover (J9522-5) between the seal and the cup. Keep pushing to push out the besing cup. When rotating the propeller shaft you push one bearing cup toward the slip yoke position to determine tube fitting with the yoke. Examine all bearing cup grooves and bores inside the yoke for any signs of damage before processing the parts for reassembly. Place one bearing cup into the yoke opening so its trunnion fit smoothly before pushing it until flush with the ear surface. Press the other bearing cup into position while keeping trunnion alignment right and verifying its movement. Check if the needle bearings face each other properly when unsatisfactory movement occurs during assembly. After seeing the bearing cup retainer groove you must add the bearing retainer blocks and keep pushing until they snap into position. A dead blow hammer works well to fully install the retainer. Apply chassis grease over the snap ring to simplify its placement within the bearing cup groove.

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Chevrolet Blazer Universal Joints Part Number: 88964413
$196.62 MSRP: $328.19
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Joint Kit, Front Axle Propeller Shaft Universal *Outside Snap; U Joint; Joint Kit, Propeller Shaft Universal Joint
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 12385742, 12472406, 15599179, 19256729, 88982759, 12478057, 12471510, 12476310
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-1994 Chevrolet Blazer | Base, Cheyenne, Silverado, Silverado Sport | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL
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Chevrolet Blazer Universal Joints Part Number: 23104840
$36.45 MSRP: $88.98
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Joint Kit, Propeller Shaft Universal Joint; U Joint
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 12471502, 12479126, 26042371
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-2005 Chevrolet Blazer | Base, Cheyenne, LS, LT, Silverado, Silverado Sport, Trailblazer, Xtreme, ZR2 | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL
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Chevrolet Blazer Universal Joints Part Number: 89059111
$163.83 MSRP: $273.43
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Joint Kit, Front Axle Propeller Shaft Universal *Outside Snap; Slip Yoke; Joint Kit, Propeller Shaft Universal Joint
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 12472409, 12476231, 12471503, 12522048, 26049843, 88982758, 88964507, 94772179, 12476230
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2005, 1992-1994 Chevrolet Blazer | Base, Cheyenne, LS, Silverado, Silverado Sport, Xtreme, ZR2 | 6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL
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Chevrolet Blazer Inner CV Joint Part Number: 84443364
$77.63 MSRP: $121.61
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: CV Joint
- Position: Inner
- Replaced by: 84444358
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2019 Chevrolet Blazer | Base, L | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Chevrolet Blazer Inner CV Joint Part Number: 84666185
$79.35 MSRP: $124.29
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Outer CV Joint; Joint Kit, Front Wheel Drive Axle; CV Joint
- Position: Inner
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2020-2021 Chevrolet Blazer | L, LT | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Chevrolet Blazer Inner CV Joint Part Number: 84666171
Product Specifications
- Other Name: CV Joint; Outer CV Joint
- Position: Inner
- Replaces: 84609996
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2019-2021 Chevrolet Blazer | Base, L, LT, Premier, RS | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Chevrolet Blazer Universal Joints Part Number: 7849090
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Joint Kit, Propeller Shaft Universal; U Joint
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1987-1991 Chevrolet Blazer | Custom Deluxe, Scottsdale, Silverado | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L DIESEL

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The Universal Joint in Chevrolet Blazer vehicles has the primary function of coupling the driveshaft to differential in order to facilitate some required movement given the inevitable movement of the suspension system over the road. This joint allows the driveshaft to rotate, so that it can manage changes in the relative angle of joining components. Usually, a Universal Joint comprises a cross that contains needle bearings that are sheltered in steel cups, which are held by clips. Across models, Blazer variants have used factory greaseable U Joints and U Joints with the grease zerks for ease of relubrication. Worn U Joints present major problems, and this include presence of staking noises while shifting gears, and vibrations at considerable velocities, and therefore they must be inspected and probably replaced. Whenever possible, signs of wear should be looked for such as cracked seals, play noticed in the joint, in order to sustain the standard performance of vehicles.

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Q: How to replace the universal joint with an external snap ring on Chevrolet Blazer?
A:
Start your universal joint replacement project by getting both the J9522-3 U-Joint Bearing Separator and J9522-5 U-Joint Bearing Spacer Remover tools. Position the propeller shaft horizontally and steer clear of tube contact that can hurt the parts. Note the propeller shaft ends before you take it apart. Use pliers to take apart snap rings and work the cup end with a tap if the joint does not release pressure. Place the U-Joint Bearing Separator (J9522-3) between open horizontal bearing cups then apply it to the lower yoke ear's support surface while using a 30 mm or 27 mm socket head. When the first bearing cup fails to extract push the U-Joint Bearing Spacer Remover (J9522-5) between the seal and the cup. Keep pushing to push out the besing cup. When rotating the propeller shaft you push one bearing cup toward the slip yoke position to determine tube fitting with the yoke. Examine all bearing cup grooves and bores inside the yoke for any signs of damage before processing the parts for reassembly. Place one bearing cup into the yoke opening so its trunnion fit smoothly before pushing it until flush with the ear surface. Press the other bearing cup into position while keeping trunnion alignment right and verifying its movement. Check if the needle bearings face each other properly when unsatisfactory movement occurs during assembly. After seeing the bearing cup retainer groove you must add the bearing retainer blocks and keep pushing until they snap into position. A dead blow hammer works well to fully install the retainer. Apply chassis grease over the snap ring to simplify its placement within the bearing cup groove.