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Old 12-09-2014, 01:30 AM
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any tips on troubleshooting a u joint to see if its bad and do u need to get driveshaft balanced after replacing them?
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Grab the driveshaft and rock it back and forth and see if you have play at the u joint. No need to rebalance the driveshaft if you do replace a u joint. Bob
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Also wiggle the front yoke up/down and side/side to see if the bushing in the transmission extension housing is worn.



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