N/A driveshaft U-joint replacement ?
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N/A driveshaft U-joint replacement ?
Hey guys, I just found out the my U-joint is busted (explains the hell out of a lot) and I was wondering if it's possible to replace the internals for our U joints so that I don't have to buy a new shaft?
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i believe on the new models i think from 89 + you need to replace the whole shaft .. i could be wrong.. it could be reversed.. but i think thats what i remember reading
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on ALL stock driveshafts the U-joints are not made to be replaceable. There is a hack for it somewhere on here though. If you want replaceable u-joints, buy an aftermarket shaft from mazdatrix or have one custom made.
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I couldn't get the "new u-joints in OEM driveshaft" thing to work very well. . I tried it, it kept losing grease, becoming loose, etc. Just pony up the cash and get a new one from mazdatrix.. This one has replaceable u-joints, for when I need to. I had to borrow a bit from my parents, but the peice of mind from knowing that my driveshaft isn't going to come up through the floor and take out a leg or two was well worth it, as was the instant improvement in drive quality and accelleration (no jerking, hesititating, or slapping noises).
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Aftermarket.. I think it's actually cheaper anyway... here's the link to mine: http://www.mazdatrix.com/getprice.asp?partnum=2691-704 Assuming yours is standard, N/A it shoudl be for yours, too. It seems to work rather well, i only have about 600 miles on it, though.
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