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Tight universal joints?

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Sep 13, 2011 | 11:19 PM

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Car: 87 GTA

Engine: 5.7 TPI

Transmission: 700r4

Axle/Gears: 3:27 BW 9 bolt

Tight universal joints?

My car is in the shop getting a new (rebuilt) transmission, and the mechanic suggested replacing the U-joints, he said they felt "kinda tight". What does that mean? I've heard of them getting loose and worn, but not tight.

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Sep 14, 2011 | 09:04 AM

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From: Mercedes Norte, Heredia, Costa Rica

Car: 1984 Z28 Hardtop

Engine: 383 Carb

Transmission: 4L60

Axle/Gears: 3.54 Dana 44

Re: Tight universal joints?

It means they're starting to seize.

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Sep 14, 2011 | 01:16 PM

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Re: Tight universal joints?

it means replace them. You should not have to fight with a ujoint to get movement

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Sep 14, 2011 | 02:59 PM

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Car: 87 GTA

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Transmission: 700r4

Axle/Gears: 3:27 BW 9 bolt

Re: Tight universal joints?

Okay. Thanks.

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