Undercar
How Hard Is It To Change Or Replace A U-Joint?
U-joints are built to last the lifetime of the vehicle, but that doesn’t always happen. Sometimes they can fail. They can also be damaged and weakened and need replacement. When they do, there is some work involved to replace them.
Read MoreCommon U-Joint Problems For The Ford F-150
The Ford F-150 is a popular truck that has seen its share of u-joint issues over the years. You can attribute many of these u-joint problems to improper maintenance or heavy loads. Like any vehicle, the Ford F-150 needs maintenance from time to time. If it isn’t done on schedule, some parts will fail (like…
Read MoreHow Does A U-Joint Puller Work?
Replacing a u-joint can take a lot of time, especially if you have a seized u-joint. A u-joint puller can make the job much easier. With a good u-joint puller, you can disassemble your driveline in a short time. A u-joint puller also helps you avoid damaging the:
Read MoreHow To Use The GMB Universal Joint Selector Tool
It can be hard to find the right replacement u-joint for your vehicle. That’s why we put together the GMB u-joint lookup tool. We also offer a handheld u-joint selector tool.
Read MoreHow To Set The Air Gap For Wheel Speed Sensors And ABS
When you receive a new wheel hub assembly, you may be wondering how to set the air gap for the speed sensors. If you’re working with a modern wheel hub assembly, you most likely won’t need to do it. Read on to find out why.
Read MoreWhy Are Two Universal Joints Required Whenever I Do A U-Joint Replacement?
Are you replacing a universal joint on your truck, SUV, or fleet vehicle anytime soon?It’s a good idea to get two replacement u-joints instead of one. It’s because you need to replace your u-joints in pairs, even if one of your u-joints has failed and the other one still looks fine. When one of your…
Read MoreWhat’s That Noise? Do Bad U-Joints Squeak?
When a u-joint goes bad, it starts making noise. The most common noises bad u-joints make are:
Read MoreShould New U-Joints Be Tight (Or Stiff)?
Before installing a replacement part, you always want to make sure that the part is working right. When you’re dealing with universal joints, you may be concerned with how stiff they feel when moved by hand.
Read MoreWhat Happens When A U-Joint Fails?
U-joint failure is a serious issue. When a u-joint on your vehicle fails, you could be left stranded on the side of the road. U-joint failure happens for a few different reasons:
Read MoreWhat Causes U-Joint Failure?
When a u-joint fails, it can cause a vehicle to lose control and leave the driver stranded. There are potentially many other undesirable consequences. This is why understanding what causes u-joint failure is important for safe driving.
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