Replace Bent Axle? Or rear end...

[LittleFoot]

First post, been lurking for a while. my 93 4wd 3.0 has 94k but the rear passenger side axle was bent in an accident. Still drivable, but I get a slight wobble at high speeds and the axle grease is leaking on my drums, so that will need to be replaced as well.

Should I go through the hassle of replacing the axle and brakes alone? Or would it just be easier to find a complete rear end?

Thanks!

 

[86merc5.0]

If your housing is straight ( the axle tube/tubes could be bent ) then replace the axle & seal & perform a diff service ( if needed ) make sure your axle fluid level is correct before driving, replace the brake pads & drums ( if needed ). while the rim tire is off check the rim, it may be bent, check the tire it may have been damaged in the accident ( bubble/tread separation/belt pull ). I would also check the axle to spring mount pin, your axle could have moved forward/backward were it mounts to the spring.

 

[LittleFoot]

I replaced the rim, tire, and all of the suspension and mounts. Axle swap seems easy enough, my buddy has a decent garage shop. I'll probably upgrade the drums at the same time.