I can't find any information for this sort of U-joint. It acts as a U-joint between the transaxle and the driveshaft and allows the driveshaft to move in and out horizontally. I think most of the contemporary cars I've seen either used the rubber donut along with the Spicer type U joint or U joint with a splined shaft and tube. Some questions-
What is the proper name for this part?
Why would it have been used in preference to the donut style?
It allows for sliding movement but doesn't provide dampening. Is that a potential problem in some instances?
Was it safe and reliable?
Thanks, I've been wondering about this for several years now, and finally got off by butt and took some photos.
John
What is the proper name for this part?
Why would it have been used in preference to the donut style?
It allows for sliding movement but doesn't provide dampening. Is that a potential problem in some instances?
Was it safe and reliable?
Thanks, I've been wondering about this for several years now, and finally got off by butt and took some photos.
John