[DeTomaso] Uprights

[Will Kooiman]

I have my rear uprights apart right now.

What is the current wisdom on upgrades?

I have new stub axles (billet, not forged), and I am converting to outside
mount Wilwoods.

What about the long shaft at the bottom of the carrier?  Should I switch to
the kit that puts zerks on the ends?  I'm not crazy about drilling holes in
the upright to install zerks.  I'm sure it works, but for some reason it
turns me off.

What about the spacer between the bearings?  I heard that the original
spacer flattens over time, which causes the assembly to loosen.  Should I
upgrade to a billet spacer?

I know some people use the bearing that has a double row of balls.  I have
been told that the double row of bearings is not necessary.  True?

I have heavy duty half shafts, so I am not going to upgrade to CV joints.
Besides, I like u-joints more than CV joints.  I guess that's because CV
joints remind me of Hondas.

I also have new Konis with Hyperco coils, and new ball joints.

Am I missing anything?  It isn't a terrible job to disassemble, especially
now that I have my own press, but I'd like to feel confident I got
everything.
--
Will