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U joint and centre bearing
Posted: Mon Sep 05, 2022 3:35 pm
by Thesisqokid
Hi all, iv noticed one of the u joints on the prop has play so im thinking do both and the centre bearing, now how do i take the centre bearing off as there is no nut on the u part to take that off to access bearing
U joint and centre bearing
Posted: Mon Sep 05, 2022 3:45 pm
by StuBeeDoo
If it's anything like the E46, the bearing is pressed-on to the propshaft.
Are the UJs replaceable? I can't see separate parts listed on BMWFans. I suspect it might be a job for a propshaft specialist, or try to source a good secondhand shaft.
U joint and centre bearing
Posted: Mon Sep 05, 2022 4:15 pm
by Thesisqokid
I cant see any circlips on u joints but just watched a vid on you tube regarding centre bearing and the fron half of the prop seperates allowing access to bearing
U joint and centre bearing
Posted: Mon Sep 05, 2022 5:07 pm
by StuBeeDoo
Thesisqokid wrote: Mon Sep 05, 2022 4:15 pm the fron half of the prop seperates allowing access to bearing
It does, but the bearing still has to be pressed on and off.
U joint and centre bearing
Posted: Tue Jul 01, 2025 7:04 am
by GT456!
StuBeeDoo wrote: Mon Sep 05, 2022 3:45 pm
If it's anything like the E46, the bearing is pressed-on to the propshaft.
Are the UJs replaceable? I can't see separate parts listed on BMWFans. I suspect it might be a job for a propshaft specialist, or try to source a good secondhand shaft.
It's known that they are not replaceable. But I did find a shop that did that intricate spot welding...he's retired now.
There's your answer! Or you could try eBay or Amazon...I'm in the same boat.
I've also gone to the bone yard myself.