Fuzz Posted August 26, 2015 Report Share Posted August 26, 2015 2001 Volvo 770.Singled with the front axle left in place...Truck been sitting mostly for a couple years,due to health problems.Drove in to get an Emmision Sticker(CO).People that do the emissions wanted to borrow truck for the weekend.Broke down on them on way home.They had it pulled to their shop.Their mechanics haven't worked on a class 8. Called around and truck place in N Denver claims they can convert this axle to a work same as drive axle.$2500.So we are going have it towed to them...as an aside I started the truck and aired it up.All seemed normal there as far as air and brakes.The F gauge fell down to 95 in a few minutes(truck turned off)The rear held fine.The driveshaft is off to tow it here,but I wonder if that air leak could have something to do with the Power Divider not working...Any suggestions are appreciated as always.Thanks 2001 Volvo 770-2003 travel supreme36 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HERO Maker Posted August 26, 2015 Report Share Posted August 26, 2015 When that truck was singled and all they did was leave the forward axle in that position and did not correctly move that rear axle to the forward position, then I believe you have a few more problems in front of you, then simple air leaks. I'm sure more folks with better knowledge than me will chime in. Rocky & Sheri Rhoades '01 Volvo 770 2016 DRV Mobile Suites, HoustonHERO Makers Ministry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronbo Posted August 26, 2015 Report Share Posted August 26, 2015 For the $2500 you should be able to get the proper rear diffential and have it installed. Check around for prices. Ron C. 2013 Dynamax Trilogy 3850 D3 2000 Kenworth T2000 Optimus Prime Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoDirectionHome Posted August 26, 2015 Report Share Posted August 26, 2015 And you might want to work out the proper gear ratio for your engine and look for that rear-end if you're going to do a proper swap. "There are No Experts, Do the Math!" 2014 Freightliner Cascadia DD16 600hp 1850ft-lb 18spd 3.31 260"wb SpaceCraft S-470 SKP #131740 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob A Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 If the front axle was left in and divider not engaged truck will not move, if rear moved forward then there is no power divider, air line that went to divider will leak air if switch in cab on 2014 jayco siesmic 3914 1998 volvo 610, singled short ( bought in 2005) 14 speed volvo tranny 2014 Toyota yaris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrap Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 And if the pressure protection valve happens to open while you are sitting there trying to figure out why things aren't moving it can grenade the teeth on the shift fork. That fork & diff aren't rated for full engine torque as well. They are supposed to have another axle back there to take some away. And I'm not one to get in the middle of someone's dealings with the shop, but if you made it for 5-7 years just fine but they grenaded it on their first day....... what exactly were they doing with your truck? And how hard were they doing it? I also feel there needs to be quite a few more details with the new carrier or converting the same axle quote. I can't say I've ever tried it but I'm not 100% sure you can take an 18" carrier and stuff it into the fwd axle hole. Remember that the fwd axle has the bigger housing opening and I don't think a 23K rear carrier bolts right in. Even at that there would be some fab work to get the output shaft hole welded closed. On top of that you are going to need a $500 yoke and some driveshaft/carrier bearing bracket work to pay for as well. Again, it is between you and the shop and I rarely talk prices but I got a bad feeling of a long list of overages about to happen - or a straight R&R carrier swap right back to what you had. Tread carefully...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuzz Posted August 27, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 Thanks all,special thanks to Scrap.Yup I'm concerned......Keep trying to do some thinking and calling around tomorrow... 2001 Volvo 770-2003 travel supreme36 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roadfitter Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 FUZZ I would suggest at least run it by the/A Volvo dealer to see how they respond! It doesn't have to be the one in town. roadfitter roadfitter 2000 T-2000 10 speed autoshift DD430/500 H.P. 2001 Alfa 39' Toyhouse http://community.webshots.com/user/roadfitter597 Holiday lite trucks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Star Dreamer Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 You could have multiple issues or they could be related. You said truck broke down on them but did not describe what happened. Trucks can break down for many reasons so a better description might helps others to give you guidance. Using the front axle with the power divider is supposed to be a no-no. Make sure the shop that quoted you the $2500 gives you a detailed explanation of how they are going to fix it and if it is not replacing the front axle and power divider with an appropriate rear axle and redoing the drive shaft as a start, I would pass on it. Dave 2005 Freightliner Century S/T, Singled, Air ride ET Jr. hitch 2019 46'+ Dune Sport Man Cave custom 5th wheel toy hauler Owner of the 1978 Custom Van "Star Dreamer" which might be seen at a local car show near you! Check out http://www.hhrvresource.com/ for much more info on HDT's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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