Rear tires will not move

1995 FORD F-150
130,000 MILES • 5.8L • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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KERRY GANN
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We changed the rear U-joint, now back tires will not move.
Sep 19, 2017 at 3:41 AM
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MIKE H R
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make sure the alignment of the u-joint. make sure the car is in neutral. in park they would not turn.
Sep 19, 2017 at 6:43 AM
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KERRY GANN
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Thank you.
Sep 19, 2017 at 7:17 AM
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Do both rear tires not turn? Is the ebrake on? I was thinking you may have too long of bolt in the pinion flange?

Can you send a picture of the flange with the drive shaft bolted up please?

Cheers, Ken
Sep 20, 2017 at 5:56 AM
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