U-Joint seal woes Volvo 270

[Jim Marshall]

Sorry to bring up multiple issues but I have been rebuilding a '74 Glastron Ford/Penta 270 drive and came up with the problem of a worn seal surface on the forward yoke of the U-joint where it slips over the splined shaft.

Since it is old and the yoke is now discontinued I had the choice of buying a whole new setup at over $450 or resurfacing it some way. I found a machine shop and plating shop that gave me two options. First was a speedy sleeve for $75.

The second was industrial chrome plating for $200. I used this alternative years ago on a Mercruiser drive I had.

I chose the speedy sleeve option and it should be ready next week.

Any comments on these options?


Jim

 

[Don S]

Re: U-Joint seal woes Volvo 270

I wouldn't worry about it at all. The seal only prevents water from getting into the bearings in the flywheel cover in case the bellows fails. Replace the bellows every other year and you shouldn't have any need for repairs at all.

 

[Jim Marshall]

Re: U-Joint seal woes Volvo 270

Don,

Thanks for insights not in manuals.

Jim

 

[zbnutcase]

Re: U-Joint seal woes Volvo 270

Yes I agree with Don, that particular seal surface not that critical.

 

[Jim Marshall]

Re: U-Joint seal woes Volvo 270

I had an older Mercruiser where it was and leaked water into the case. I am glad to see this one is not critical.

Jim