ruralandalone Posted June 20, 2018 Share Posted June 20, 2018 As part of my rebuild I ordered replacement straps for one of my universal joints. According to rockauto it is the correct strap (UJ43710) But it is shallower than the original, so that the ends of the strap are not touching the mount, but sit off about 1/8 of an inch on each side. This does not look as strong to me. I don't know if there is a better brand for this part (mine are SKF), or if this is a generic part, and all that is available in this day and age. Anyone have experience with this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keyav8r Posted June 20, 2018 Share Posted June 20, 2018 If the ends touch there is a possibility the strap is too long and is not actually clamping the journal or the clamping force is reduced. Just make sure they are torqued correctly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOrnbrod Posted June 20, 2018 Share Posted June 20, 2018 Consider junking the weak u-joint straps by replacing the yokes with the 1310 u-bolt style. Much stronger and easier replacement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruralandalone Posted June 20, 2018 Author Share Posted June 20, 2018 Great idea! I had simply replaced what was there. I did not know about the u-bolts. Do I have to drill out the yoke screw holes, or are these simply plug-n-play? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOrnbrod Posted June 20, 2018 Share Posted June 20, 2018 You replace the axle pinion yoke with a new u-bolt kit like this: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruralandalone Posted June 20, 2018 Author Share Posted June 20, 2018 DO you have a recommended source? Rockauto does not seem to list a kit as such Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOrnbrod Posted June 20, 2018 Share Posted June 20, 2018 1 minute ago, ruralandalone said: DO you have a recommended source? Rockauto does not seem to list a kit as such What rear axle do you have? You really should add a signature to your profile... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolwind57 Posted June 20, 2018 Share Posted June 20, 2018 ^^^Yea. I have same question as him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOrnbrod Posted June 20, 2018 Share Posted June 20, 2018 Look for a Dana xx (35, 44, etc.) U-Bolt Style Pinion Yoke Kit on Ebay, Amazon, etc. They range in price from ~$40 (Crown, Rustys, etc.) to ~$80 (DanaSpicer). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dzimm Posted June 20, 2018 Share Posted June 20, 2018 If you don't want to mess with replacing the yoke, you can drill the holes out while they are still on the truck. It's not fun but I did it in about an hour with a corded drill and some good drill bits. Just be sure to use lubricating oil if you do this. IMO it was easier to drill them out than to replace the yoke so you don't have to worry about the pinion preload. If you replace the yoke you have to be very careful to get the proper preload or you will blow your gears apart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruralandalone Posted June 20, 2018 Author Share Posted June 20, 2018 Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeep Driver Posted June 20, 2018 Share Posted June 20, 2018 Having done the 'drill out' BS................ Spicer to my door for $47................shop long and hard. Replace the yoke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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