I think this U-joint is bad>>

[-=Jeff=-]

I had a clunk noise for the past couple weeks..

I then went to the track and got my new best time 12.69 with this piece.. on the ride home it sounded worse.. good thing I changed it.

EDIT= this is a 1/2 shaft joint.. I changed all 4. ( did the driveshaft when I installed my clutch)

 

[Ken]

Are those regular u-joints Jeff, i.e., did they have zerk fittings, or are they (were they) heavy-duty race type?

I discovered that Richie used regular u-joints when he installed my engine last year, after I specifically stated that I wanted race joints! I'm changing them now while the opportunity presents itself. (It's still in the air on jackstands. )

Nice catch! Lucky you!!

_ken

 

[-=Jeff=-]

Are those regular u-joints Jeff, i.e., did they have zerk fittings, or are they (were they) heavy-duty race type?

I discovered that Richie used regular u-joints when he installed my engine last year, after I specifically stated that I wanted race joints! I'm changing them now while the opportunity presents itself. (It's still in the air on jackstands. )

Nice catch! Lucky you!!

_ken

The broken one is an OEM Spicer with 70k miles (no Zerk fittings)

I replaced them with Regular Spicers again.

 

[vigman]

I dunno

It could be rebuilt...LOL


BAD U JOINT BAD!



Vig!

 

[vettn94]

I don't know looks like it was good for another 70k miles ?
Glad to hear it's fixed so now you can really get on the car and beat that 12.69

 

[JonM]

Hey Ken...If its on jack stands...you don't need U joints...race type or any other type...

 

[SPANISHVETTS]

Hey Ken...If its on jack stands...you don't need U joints...race type or any other type...

As the French say, ¨touchy touchy¨


Sorry, the trouble and strife’s in Madrid with the old bear’s claw and I’m home alone with the English tutor. Probably end up with a bit of the elephant by the end of the day. Guess I am just a bit bored.
:L

 

[Ken]

Hey Ken...If its on jack stands...you don't need U joints...race type or any other type...

Since when did you start taking on Len's persona? Prick!