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Old Jul 14, 2017 | 04:07 PM
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I'll be replacing my broken Dana 44 with another. While I'm there, I might as well replace u-joints.

Is there any HD u-joints , or is it worthwhile to get a certain kind?
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Spicer joints, forged without zerks.
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Originally Posted by vader86
Spicer joints, forged without zerks.
..... ^^^^^ ... This ! ... Spicer part # 5-799X .....
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Originally Posted by vader86
Spicer joints, forged without zerks.
Replaced all of mine with the spicer...
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5-1350X seems to be the new part number.

http://www.actionmachineinc.com/5-1350Xu-joint.aspx
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I have no problem with Spicer, but I prefer Moog. Used them for years without a problem. Happens my 86 had Spicer's in it when I bought it and they were all rusted up.
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Curious, why no zerks? PITA down the road?
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Curious, why no zerks? PITA down the road?
mainly strength. The zerk hole is a weak point if you stress the u-joint. Also if you put them in wrong you could have the knuckles clip off the zerk.

Some people like them, some don't. It's a personal thing.
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Just strength.
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