Universal joint pin length
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DHort
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Universal joint pin length
I was attempting to install the universal joint on the drive shaft. The pins I have are 1 11/32" and the universal joint is 1 3/8", so they are too short to peen them. Is my universal joint too wide or are the pins too short? What length should they be?
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Re: Universal joint pin length
Don't have one handy to measure, but Lang's has them for $0.25 https://www.modeltford.com/item/2574.aspx
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DHort
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Re: Universal joint pin length
I think the ones I have are from Langs and that is part of why I am confused.
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Re: Universal joint pin length
Dave, maybe make your own pin? Is your u-joint Ford script or aftermarket? I'm sure if you do a bit of research, you can find what is needed. JMHO Dave
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Re: Universal joint pin length
Like several other applications on the T that pin is made from an odd size wire gauge that is not readily available.
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Re: Universal joint pin length
Measures .275” x 1.5”
Odd size dia. Close to 9/32” but tad less, and Parts Books list it as 1.5” length but error on dia., as given to be 3/32” but that is clearly wrong
Odd size dia. Close to 9/32” but tad less, and Parts Books list it as 1.5” length but error on dia., as given to be 3/32” but that is clearly wrong
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