Jeep Front Driveshaft - FIXED with the Teraflex Rzeppa High Angle CV Joint

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While off-roading on a recent overloading trip, I put my Jeep in 4-Wheel drive and immediately knew something was wrong. There was a LOUD crunching noise coming from underneath the Jeep, specifically from the front end. I finished my trip, taking it easy and keeping the Jeep in 2 Wheel drive for the remaining ride. As soon as I returned home, I crawled under the rig to evaluate the issue. It was very clear the boot on my CV joint and my front drive shaft had shredded to pieces. A common occurrence for lifted Jeeps higher than 3".
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00:00 Jeep Front Drive Shaft Fix Teraflex High Angle
01:52 Front drive shaft noise on Jeep
02:50 Remove Jeep driveshaft
06:37 Remove driveshaft CV boot
08:23 Install Teraflex Rzeppa High Angle CV joint
12:55 Install Jeep driveshaft
After researching best options, I found that Teraflex has a great replacement option called the Rzeppa High Angle CV Joint factory replacement. This is a easy and cost effective way to fix this issue.
I filmed the install video and review. Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this video with your friends and Jeep crew.

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@dimetime333 5 месяцев назад

Thank you. Tomorrow's the day

@jasonmartin1802 3 года назад

Did this on my buddy’s 14’ for him a few weeks ago, 4” lift on his. Teraflex instructions and video were awesome, fixed it right up 👍. Hasn’t been an issue on my 2” lifted 17’ but glad it’s an easy fix. Enjoy your vids dude

@RoadRashOffRoad 3 года назад

Thank you for the kind words my friend. It’s a new channel and I’m Fairly new at this. Hopefully the channel grows but if not, it’s ok.... I really enjoy making these videos (and I’m already tinkering with the Jeep anyway - document it). This was a super easy fix. I am one of those “not mechanically inclined” people I mentioned but Jeep makes their parts and components like giant LEGO’s 😂. So easy to turn wrenches on them. I’d rather do it myself in case something goes sideways off the grid, I will know how to save myself. 🤘🏼

@Venture2Roam 2 года назад

Putting on a Rzeppa today. This was so helpful!!!

@RoadRashOffRoad 2 года назад

Oh man Will!!!! This makes me SOOOOOOO happy. I always lean on you guys for advice. So happy I can give something in return 😍

@Venture2Roam 3 года назад

Great vid. I don’t have this issue yet, but watched the whole thing so I know what to do should it happen.

@RoadRashOffRoad 3 года назад

Thank you Will. While the initial thought of major complications with the front driveshaft triggered panic (for me), it was refreshing to find out the fix was fairly inexpensive and a very easy DIY 45 min job. I am thankful I am able so address it for other jeepers so they don’t freak out. 👍🏼

@toddhoffmaster6057 Год назад

Great diy video. Looks very easy to do.

@RoadRashOffRoad Год назад

Yes. This is a very simple fix (and fairly inexpensive). It’s a common problem for Jeeps with a lift

@milidesai7630 3 года назад

great video

@biguglyone8261 2 года назад

Good information, nice editing, and overall good video ! I subscribed and liked it.

@RoadRashOffRoad 2 года назад

Thank you my friend…. 🙏

@2shobu 3 года назад

Subscribed to your channel man. I’m in GA too and I like supporting the local guy. Make more videos of Ga. trails. Great music choice too at the right times!

@RoadRashOffRoad 3 года назад

Thank you for subscribing my friend. Its a fairly new channel but I'm trying to grow it. I really enjoy making videos and I love my Jeep, thus Road Rash Off Road is born. I have alot of other videos coming up, not just DIY. Some overlanding trips, trail rides with my club, etc. You're in GA.... hope to see you on one!

@ethrjock 3 года назад

Good video run through of the process. Next time stop by the shop and i’ll loan you a rack for your videos.

@RoadRashOffRoad 3 года назад

Oh man Steve... What a HUGE offer considering JK Land is the best Jeep shop in Georgia (and frankly the South East). I'm honored and will take you up on that for the next video. Thank you for your kind words on my videos. I really enjoy making them.

@milidesai7630 3 года назад

biggest fan

@TheDon8771 3 года назад

I had to do same thing. 2.5 “aev lift I got measures out to 3.25” wish I knew before I destroyed my front driveshaft. Got the Tom woods. Lil expensive but I don’t want to have that happen again. Great video.

@RoadRashOffRoad 3 года назад

I was defiantly juggling several options to fix the problem. A new upgraded driveshaft was definitely on the list (and probably overall the right direction) however COVID and pinched my wallets so a quick and inexpensive route to address this became most important. In this case, it was ABOUT THE MONEY. I understand this is a temporary fix but I’m hoping I can get at least 3 years out of it and then, when money is a bit more flexible (or if someone wants to sponsor a video 😉) I’ll beef up my driveshaft. Thank you for the kind words about my video. It’s a fairly new channel and I learning how to make content, but I really enjoy it... so even if the channel doesn’t become the next TrailRecon or AdventureDex, I have fun filming and editing. 🤘🏼

@toddhoffmaster6057 Год назад

I did the same thing with my JKR, same lift kit too.

@andrewmace5864 9 месяцев назад

How has this held up for you over time? Would you do it again or replace entire drive shaft?

@RoadRashOffRoad 9 месяцев назад

It did good as a “quick fix” for cheap… but it did not hold up. It lasted almost 2 years, and it busted again 3 weeks ago. I replaced the entire drive shaft this time with an Adam’s front flex drive shaft (about $550) Would i do it again? I would if I was tight on money or was in a hurry for a fix. If you had the extra money, change the shaft.

@jeepmandan5334 7 месяцев назад

@@RoadRashOffRoadWhen you updated to the Adams shaft, did you notice any extra vibrations at higher speeds at all or in 4hi? Also, did you have to correct your pinion angle to match the driveshaft? I'm curious if you have the stock front axle housing and if so, did you have enough caster angle left after the pinion adjustment to maintain good ride/steering quality?

@richardweltin1047 9 месяцев назад

Cv boot tool but didn't have snap ring pliers.... other wise very informative video

@kswan23 9 месяцев назад

Thank you Richard.... Yea, I don't remember the kit coming with the pliers. If I remember right, I had to use random items in my garage.

@AverageDemocracyEnjoyer69 7 месяцев назад

Curious how long this held up, im looking at getting one of these vs a new driveshaft so i can lift it a little more than two inches

@RoadRashOffRoad 7 месяцев назад

This lasted me about 2 years. It was a quick and relatively inexpensive fix, costing me about $130 or so. If finally gave out on me about 2 months ago and i just upgraded the driveshaft to a Adam’s driveshaft, about $600 I’d say if you have the extra money, do the driveshaft. If money is tight, this Rezzeppa will get you on the trails for the next 2 yrs or so.

@AverageDemocracyEnjoyer69 7 месяцев назад

@@RoadRashOffRoad music to my ears 🥹

@h8tnlife Год назад

My driveshaft just started making a popping/grinding sound so I guess I'll be making this repair soon. That was a snap ring , not a c clamp...and you should use snap ring pliers, not needle nose pliers. Wondering why you did not replace the front universal joint while you had the drive shaft out....Curious as to how this product has been holding up since you've replaced it...

@RoadRashOffRoad Год назад

Thank you for the love… i’m a DIYer so I make do with what I have in my garage

@nevadaboy9769 2 года назад

I would dry fit the bearing joint on the shaft first to make sure there is enough clearance for the snap ring, ive installed a few stock replacement joints & thanks to good ole Chinese machining the snap ring would not fit! just something i would recommend to check before you pack the joint full of grease ✌

@RoadRashOffRoad 9 месяцев назад

I didn't even think of that Nevada..... totally makes sense. Thankfully, my slide right in with no issues. Thank you.

@milidesai7630 3 года назад

#jeeplife

@onedog9652 2 года назад

You put it on backwards, it goes on the tapered edge not the non-tapered edge.

@RoadRashOffRoad 2 года назад

Thank you for your input but I don’t think you are correct sir. Im fairly certain it was installed correctly 👍🏼 None the less, installed it almost a year ago and practically live in 4wheel drive on the weekends and it works flawlessly.

@onedog9652 2 года назад

@@RoadRashOffRoad thats crazy because it came off the vehicle with it on the tapered edge. Just did mine this weekend that way and it works fine. Putting it on the other way will roll the non-tapered edge over time. Will take some time though before you have problems.

@RoadRashOffRoad 2 года назад

@@onedog9652 Yes.... it seems the original has the tapered edge on the other side, however the Teraflex directions specifically say to install it as I did here. Additionally, the "end cap" that slides into the tapered edge is slightly smaller (specifically so it can slide into the tapered edge). It is impossible for the end cap to slide onto the other side. It will not fit. It only goes on one way.

@RoadRashOffRoad 2 года назад

Here is the original install video from Teraflex for this piece. Check minute 6:24. They install as I did. The end cap on the Step edge. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-gxw_iO9zuRM.html