2nd Gen Rear Ujoints- recomend brand

[kc15842]

Guys, I replaced my u-joints about 8K miles ago and I already have play. I don't remember what brand I used but i will be more selective this time. Recommendations????

Thanks

 

[4Reak Show]

Guys, I replaced my u-joints about 8K miles ago and I already have play. I don't remember what brand I used but i will be more selective this time. Recommendations????



Thanks

I went with Napa Brute Force Greaseable and really liked them. Seemed a bit beefier than stock and once installed they were stiff, but smooth. I don't drive mine a lot but I have at least a couple thousand miles and one pretty macho off road trip without issue.

 

[kc15842]

Thanks, I was just looking at the trail gear which also look beefy. $35 ea.

 

[4Reak Show]

Yeah the job is enough of a pain in the ass and important enough to drop a little extra money. I think the napa ones were about $20 each.

 

[kc15842]

Well now that I have the driveshaft on the bench I seee its not the ujoint but the the flange where the cap fits is loose. The cap actually spins and can move laterly. WTH.I've never seen that. I purchased the ujoint and had a driveline shop install them. I hate taking anything to someone I don't know or have done prior business. The joints suck on the Toyota driveshafts because there is no flat surface to use my press. I guess its time to buy a ujoint tool.