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1989 Volvo 240 - Steering Couplers Question. 200 1989

posted by  someone claiming to be Sandwichy on  Wed Aug 21 22:01 CST 2019 [RELATED]

Hello all, I'm wondering if the steering couplers and/or u-joints are the same top to bottom? I want to replace both, would 2 of these be what I'm after? https://www.carid.com/1989-volvo-240-series-steering-parts/professional-parts-sweden-steering-shaft-joint-1423186902.html








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    1989 Volvo 240 - Steering Couplers Question. 200 1989

    posted by  1pocket on  Thu Aug 22 11:25 CST 2019
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    they are different.

    the upper one seldom fails but does on occasion. if your upper one is decent leave it be since they are longer made by anyone so you're only choice is used from a junkyard








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      1989 Volvo 240 - Steering Couplers Question. 200 1989

      posted by  joekidd on  Thu Aug 22 13:42 CST 2019
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      Have had success using a good penetrating oil/lubricant on them in freeing them up and avoiding replacement all together.








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        1989 Volvo 240 - Steering Couplers Question. 200 1989

        posted by  Rolandp on  Fri Aug 23 04:30 CST 2019
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        The long term lubrication method I use is :

        - pack a hand full of grease between the U(s),

        - take a 6 inch wide strip of polythene and wrap at least two layers,

        - secure each end with plastic ties.

        I figure that keep away dust, rust and moisture.

        To say the truth I never went there after 20 years to check how it performs, but I will.








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        1989 Volvo 240 - Steering Couplers Question. 200 1989

        posted by  Volvo From Heck on  Thu Aug 22 19:49 CST 2019
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        I was going to post the same thing as joekidd. WD-40 applied to a lower joint with a distinct "notch" to loosen things up and then oil squirted on it every few months or so for maintenance. - Dave








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        1989 Volvo 240 - Steering Couplers Question. 200 1989

        posted by  jwalker on  Thu Aug 22 19:31 CST 2019
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        +1
        Regular application of penetrating oil while rotating the u-joint can usually save them.
        --
        Will I buy another Volvo??? We'll see....








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    1989 Volvo 240 - Steering Couplers Question. 200 1989

    posted by  maplebones on  Thu Aug 22 06:50 CST 2019
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    Hi,

    No, they're not the same. This is the lower that often fails, while the upper almost never does. This a good price if the shipping isn't too much. I paid $42 shipped on EBay for one recently.

    The early 240's used cast iron knuckles which weren't to hard to remove but these aluminum ones can be a real pain, especially if it's seen any salt.

    If you have a torch and can get it up to 800*F the aluminum will soften and your screwdriver or wedge will open it up quite readily.

    regards,
    Peter








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      1989 Volvo 240 - Steering Couplers Question. 200 1989

      posted by  someone claiming to be Sandwichy on  Thu Aug 22 19:26 CST 2019 [RELATED]

      Thanks for your help everyone!







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