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Universal Joint: Description and Operation

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Universal joints have the following:
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A lubed-for-life design.

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Equipped with nylon thrust washers, located at the base of each bearing cup, which control end play, positions the needle bearings and improves
grease movement.

Universal Joint (U-Joint) Identification Chart

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Two types of universal joints are used: a Dana design and a Ford design. 

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