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CJ8 Dana 30 Bearings and Seals

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Bobs_Dog

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Hi All,

I’ve recently bought a Jeep Bankruptcy Starter Kit (1984 CJ8) and starting on its restoration. It’s in original condition, but definitely needs some work.
I want to replace the wheel bearings and seals in the front diff (Dana 30) and wondering if anyone who’s been through it might be able to help out with any equivalent part numbers from quality manufacturers? Something a bit better than Omix or Crown where possible.
Any advice or links will be greatly appreciated.

This is what I've found and think is what I need, but not sure if all are correct or not...

2 x Front outer wheel bearings – Timken Part No. SET45
2 x Front inner wheel bearings – Timken Part No. SET47
2 x Hub bearing Seal – (Part No. J5356675) equiv National N3945
2 x Outer seal – (Part No. J5365082) equiv National N442874
2 x Inner seal - (Part No. J8121781) equiv Spicer 46470

Thanks in advance :)
 
I'm curious, Bobs Dog, what is the difference between a Jeep Bankruptcy Starter Kit and a Jeep Divorce Starter Kit? Overall, I'm not sure which, in the long run, would be more advantageous. Good luck, amigo. You're going to absolutely love the journey.
 
G'day Bob,

Welcome to the madness. So long as you don't drive it across the harbour once completed I only foresee mild economic hardships associated with your 8's resto.

Get 'er sorted, cut out the rust and Bob's your uncle.... or dog.

Cheers
 
Hi Helimd and Chamba,

Thanks for the welcome and replies guys. I think the divorce comes after the bankruptcy… of course, I could be wrong. But if you have a Jeep, do you really need anything else? ;)

The body is still in pretty good condition and has hardly any rust, just a few dings and scratches. But at its age, there are quite a few mechanical parts that need replacing which mostly have to come from the US. Unfortunately I’m starting to get a collection of parts that don’t quite fit. So here I am to ask the experts... and to try to avoid the bankruptcy and divorce proceedings!

Cheers,
Bob
 
Welcome @Bobs_Dog Rock Auto is the place i use and have for years now for the common stuff.
They ship to the UK quicker than i get stuff shipped locally sometimes and the taxes are worked out before they get here so i would hope it should be the same for you.
Most of the time a proper Moog or Timken part is actually cheaper to get off them than an Omix or Crown part which i can get it locally, even with the shipping!.
In my experience Omix and Crown parts are generally pants and to be avoided if possible.
 
Hi Dave,
Thanks for the Rock Auto recommendation, now saved in my bookmarks. I've found that J and W Jeep in the US are pretty good for secondhand OEM parts, because likewise, I’d prefer not to use Omix or Crown either.
I’m able to get the Timken bearings locally and pretty sure that they’re the correct part numbers, but not so sure about the seal part numbers.
My main concern is that I’ll find out half way through the job that they’re not going to fit and then have to wait to get the correct ones.
 
Welcome to the forum,
Raymond [spankrjs] has a few threads here on his adventures in repairs of various models of CJ's, they are very detailed with part numbers. He says he lists them for his reference -great idea by the way -but they come in handy for everyone.
Maybe he can point you in the right direction.
 
Thanks FLCJ8,
I’d done a search on here before joining, but the additional info you given for an advanced search has turned up a heap more hits. Looks like there’s plenty of posts with good info to scroll through – better make a coffee and settle in for a read!
 
Welcome and congratulations on the new family member. I'm going to be positive with that classification, but you made me LOL with your description :rotfl:

One thing to know, Timken has gone downhill. Still better than Omix/Crown I suppose, but not what they once were as the end-all-be-all of quality.

Second RockAuto.com, I head there for most things that I don't get from my good local guy.
 
Hi BigWalton,
We have something in common – your Alaskan Postal and my Overlander - Howdy Cuz!
It’s a shame about Timken then. Dad (rip) was a mechanic and always swore by them. Seems like the quality of everything is going downhill these days – no political references implied.
The locals here are happy for me to find part numbers for an order, but a few cross referenced numbers aren’t available in Australia. So Rock Auto and Summit Racing are looking good for info and inventory.
At least the wife appears to be adapting well to what she now refers to as my ‘other wife’. Although I’m not sure if she’s referring to the Jeep or the computer? I guess I'll find out which if she files for divorce.
 
I always had great luck getting Summit Racing stuff in Adelaide. I even bought a set of 5 BF Goodrich tyres sent from America through Summit cheaper than I could get them anywhere in SA.

Tuff Stuff in Adelaide is a Cruiser shop. But they also deal in Jeep spares. Doug there may be a good bloke to chat to.
 
I have bought parts from “JeepCity” in the past. Not sure what happened to them as their site is DOA.

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I would suggest joining https://www.ausjeepoffroad.com/forum/index.php to get connected with locals that might have spares for sale.

Oh, and photos, lots of photos, or it never happened.

Cheers.
 
Thanks for the recommendations guys, all and any info is greatly appreciated.
Jeep City are still selling on ebay, and Hammond (Qld) is handy at times too.
I’ve ordered the parts above along with a few others, so I’ll update the post once they arrive... and see what fits and what doesn’t.
I’ll take some photos once it’s out of the garage – it’s a bit too cramped in there atm to be able to get any decent shots.
Cheers!
 
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