Innovation Unlocks Pain-Free Movement Universal Joint Replacement Breakthroughs

First, try simply rotating the drive shaft back and forth by hand. If you feel clunking/play at either end, try to isolate/imobilize the other ... I wanted to post about my experience changing the infamous "non-replaceable" driveshaft u joints on our lovely T1N vans. Are you hearing clicking or clunking noises when driving? Come in to Meineke for a quick U-joint replacement. Schedule your appointment today. the fronts are 1310 series and the rear is 1350 series. The 2 most common sized u-joints. Go to any shop and they should know exactly what you're talking about. The replacement joints will have snap-rings on the inside of the joints to hold them in place. I will attempt to press mine out, and then see if ... Depending on what I'm changing a u-joint in, I either use a hydraulic press or a ball joint kit. I have a Snap-on ball joint kit and it easily ... The shop offered the repair option which involves cutting the u joint, welding a new one on, and rebalancing the car (no warranty, no guarantee) Just check your U-Joints every 30,000 miles or so. I always "give my shaft a wiggle" to see if there is any play when I change my trans fluid ... There are no "U-joints" on Subaru drivetrain. U-joints always come in pairs to counteract the rotational acceleration/deceleration inherent in the design. The Drive Shaft U Joints, You will need TWO if you have a 'Common' drive shaft, You will need THREE if you have a Cardin Joint drive shaft.