Rocketeer14

So I just replaced the driver's side u-joint on the front axle, and now I have all kinds of grinding noises and NO BRAKES! I checked brake lines and didn't find any leaks. There is some diff fluid that came out but I figure that's from pulling the shaft. What could have happened to cause this? Its a 98 Sport. Thanks.

F1Addict

Explain the lack of braking. Does the pedal go to the floor? Does the pedal offer resistance but no braking? As far as the noises, I'm assuming the u-joint had full and fluid range of motion prior to reinstallation? Is the noise coming from the diff pumpkin or from the area of the hub carrier? Does it make the noise when you spin the tire with it off the ground? Do you have ABS?

Rocketeer14

The pedal has resistance, but there is a pulse that correlates to a grinding sound. I didn't see any signs of rubbing with a brief inspection. The noise is from the hub area. Yes it has ABS and I have not gotten a chance to spin the tire while it was off the ground.

may pop

The grinding noise is the backing plate rubbing the rotor. Just bend it so it does not rub.

rtralabama

Put your axle on a jack and spin the tire and figure out where the sounds coming from. Could be something simple as just rubbing or something grinding that might be a kinda serious. Never know till ya get under it and start looking

Rocketeer14

Through research, I think I have narrowed the no braking down to the abs ring. I have to wait for permitting weather to check, but that's the only thing that could keep all the brakes from engaging besides a fluid leak. So does anyone have a part number for the abs ring itself? I found some for zj's and pre-96 xj's, but shouldn't they be the same as long as its for a dana 30?

caged

you probably broke your tone ring during the replacement of the u-joint.
they are replaceable, but your probably better off just finding another outer stub shaft.
the sound is probably just the abs motor.
i broke one once and just pulled the fuse and relay. no more abs...