Undercar
When Should U-Joints Be Replaced?
Under normal circumstances, u-joints last a long time. Some even last the lifetime of the vehicle. But sometimes a u-joint can fail unexpectedly. When that happens, you have to replace it ASAP. Neglecting to replace a failed u-joint will likely result in serious issues such as:
Read MoreWheel Bearing Preload And Load Paths
When you replace a wheel bearing, sometimes you need to preload the new bearing. This video explains what it means to preload a wheel bearing and why it’s important to check the vehicle’s wheel alignment too:
Read MoreShould You Grease New U-Joints? What About Older U-Joints?
If you have u-joints in your vehicle, you may be wondering if you need to grease them every now and then. It depends on the type of u-joints your vehicle has. There are two kinds of u-joints: Permanently lubricated u-joints (with no grease zerk) Greaseable (with a grease zerk)
Read MoreWhy Replace U-Joints?
Universal joints (also known as U-joints) are critical parts of the driveshaft. U-joints are usually fitted to the following vehicles:
Read MoreWhat’s Making That Awful Noise? – Is it Bad Brakes Or the Wheel Bearing?
A big part of running a good shop is identifying issues as quickly and efficiently as possible. Some issues can be hard to identify, though. For example, it can be challenging to identify the issue that’s causing strange noises from a wheel. The most common issues that cause strange wheel noises include:
Read MoreImportance Of Following The Manufacturer Recommended Torque Specs
When installing a hub bearing assembly, it’s important to do this one thing: Always follow the manufacturer recommended torque specifications. Improperly torqued axle nuts are a leading cause for premature hub bearing assembly failure.
Read More5 Things You Need to Know About Wheel Bearings And Hub Assembly
A part of owning or managing a shop is helping customers with worn wheel bearings and/or hub assemblies. These parts are very important when it comes to the safety and functionality of vehicles.
Read More5 Common Questions About Wheel Hub Bearings
The more your shop knows about wheel hub bearings, the better you can serve your customers. Below, you’ll find 5 common questions technicians have about wheel hub bearings.
Read MoreThe Repair Shop’s Guide To The Wheel Hub Assembly
Fixing wheel hubs is not a job for every shop. If you run a shop or work at one that accepts these tickets, we highly recommend you check out GMB’s latest free download – The Repair Shop’s Guide To The Wheel Hub Assembly. In it, you’ll get 14+ pages of content that covers: Symptoms of…
Read MoreThe High Cost Of Ignoring U-Joints
A u-joint may be a small part, but it plays an important role in the smooth operation of your drivetrain. U-joints should last the life of the vehicle, but sometimes that’s not the case. U-joints can go bad over time.
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