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Old Oct 27, 2013 | 07:53 AM
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The swivel ***** for ABS and non-ABS are different part numbers, I'm assuming because the upper bearings and pin are different.

FTC5105 - ABS
FRC7065 - non - ABS
 
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Old Oct 27, 2013 | 10:54 AM
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Originally Posted by antichrist
The swivel ***** for ABS and non-ABS are different part numbers, I'm assuming because the upper bearings and pin are different.

FTC5105 - ABS
FRC7065 - non - ABS
So does that mean the non abs won't fit my swivel ball?
 
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Old Oct 27, 2013 | 11:19 AM
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I believe that's correct. I have both ABS and non-ABS rebuild kits in the garage, I'll try to check dimensions today.
 
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Old Oct 27, 2013 | 11:35 AM
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Thank you. Next question is:

I have ABS swivels. So I need tapered bearings top and bottom for swivel ball.
Top swivel pin needs to be ABS only (new info). So I still use needle bearing and two thrust washers on top with shims correct? So in this order from top down: top swivel pin, shims, washer, needle bearing, washer, swivel ball. Am I good so far?
 
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Old Oct 27, 2013 | 06:33 PM
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Originally Posted by XCELLER8
I have to replace the swivel ball it self since its' all pitted....it pukes grease all over the wheel..so Im goin deep.....
Screw that.
Buy the gaitor kit, its a rubber boot that goes over and seals the swivel *****, your swivel's will look like a DII's CV joint.
Install the kit, no more leaks, I did this over a year ago, takes about a hour, water tight, works great and I highly recommend it.
 
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Old Oct 27, 2013 | 09:43 PM
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Spike, is that the kit that's on ebay ?
 
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Old Oct 27, 2013 | 10:52 PM
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Originally Posted by XCELLER8
Spike, is that the kit that's on ebay ?
You can actually buy it from land rover too.

RTC3826

Personally I'd use it to protect the seals and housing surfaces from damage before they start leaking.
 
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Old Oct 28, 2013 | 04:20 AM
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Originally Posted by calebbo
Thank you. Next question is:

I have ABS swivels. So I need tapered bearings top and bottom for swivel ball.
No, Tapered roller bearing on the bottom only.
Top swivel pin needs to be ABS only (new info). So I still use needle bearing and two thrust washers on top with shims correct? So in this order from top down: top swivel pin, shims, washer, needle bearing, washer, swivel ball. Am I good so far?
That sounds right, but double check the manual.
 
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Old Oct 29, 2013 | 04:51 PM
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I couldn't find the rebuild kits. I must have boxed them up and stashed them on a back shelf.
 
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Old Oct 30, 2013 | 08:23 PM
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Alright, I've been busy with work and school so the Landy is still missing her front end practically. I'll get with Trevor and figure this out and make a write-up.
 
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