If you have driven for a while, you have probably heard a mechanic or do-it-yourselfer use the term "universal joint." Often they'll include the name of this mechanical part in a car in a statement ...

Early ideas of universal joints (or U-joints) have dated back thousands of years and seem to originate from multiple sources. However, about a century ago, a young engineering graduate, Clarence W.

There’s always one bolt. One bolt that’s just out of reach, placed just awkwardly enough that you can’t get a socket on it. The bolt that after hours of wrenching will make you give up and wonder why ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Universal joint sockets aren't the kind of tool that everyone will need; chances are, most don't even know what they do. If you're reading ...

Universal joints are a noglory item. You can't chrome 'em, and they don't make you go faster. However, worn U-joints are a safety hazard and should be replaced at the first sign of a "clunk" in the ...

Here are some tips and tricks about U-joint maintenance and repair: 1. There are two types of U-joints: greaseable and non-greaseable. Equipment manufacturers specify U-joint lubrication intervals in ...

To take a closer look at the technology in these new-age CV joints, we turned to the aftermarket CV specialist at RCV Performance. Known for its beefy and race-proven CV joints, RCV also offers a full ...

Dealers will inspect the drive shaft and replace it if necessary to do so. The inspection and repair will be done at no cost, ...