Checking Universal Joint and Bearings

 Check the universal joint in the sphere for wear.   If the wear in the sphere indicates a rebuild is in order, this is a good opportunity to tackle the job since the torque tube is already removed (and also doubles the time required to get the car back together.)

 Check the bearing behind the spline in the torque tube. If the bearing is suspect, this is a good opportunity to replace it.  Bob Jefferson recommends replacing it with a sealed bearing.

Section 1 - Disconnecting Torque Tube
Section 2 - Removing the Front Section of the Torque Tube
Section 3 - The Mathematics of an Overdrive
Section 4 - Checking Universal Joint and Bearnings
Section 5 - Installing Overdrive in Drive Line
Section 6 - Overdrive Lubrication
Section 7 - Connecting Speedometer and Electric Controls
Section 8 - Hooking up the Electronic Control Box
Section 9 - Hooking up Speedometer and Calibrating Output
Section 10 - The Overdrive in Operation
Section 11 - Overdrive Service
Section 12 - Crusing in Overdrive
Endnotes - Endnote
Table 1 - Silver Ghost Rear Axle Gear Ratios Comparisons
Table 2 - Engine Revolutions per Tire Turn
Table 3 - Overdrive Speedometer Gears for the Silver Ghost