drive-shaft technology

Driveline component that connects a drive shaft to a transmission output shaft and allows back and forth drive shaft movement in response to road conditions.

• u-joint

• slip joint

• cardan universal joint

• cross and roller joint

A bearing used to mount and support a two-piece Hotchkiss drive shaft.

• universal joint

• transaxle

• cardan universal joint

• center support bearing

Definition: Type of universal joint that has bearing-capped yokes at right angles to each other, forming a cross shape when each shaft end is connected.

• rear universal joint

• extension housing bushing

• cardan universal joint

• transmission rear seal

Definition: A type of constant velocity universal joint that has ball bearings situated on a trunnion pin that fits through a hole on the drive shaft. Springs hold the shaft centered and the balls allow, but limit, shaft movement.

• u-joint

• ball and trunnion joint

• center support bearing

• propeller shaft

Definition: Type of universal joint that has bearing-capped yokes at right angles to each other, forming a cross shape when each shaft end is connected.

• ball and trunnion joint

• cross and roller joint

• drive shaft balancing weight

• transmission rear seal

Definition: An assembly consisting of a drive shaft, front and rear universal joints, rear yoke, and front slip yoke. It provides a smooth delivery of power to the rear axle assembly, while allowing the rear axle to move up and down to compensate for road conditions

• cardan universal joint

• drive shaft

• Hotchkiss driveshaft

• drive shaft assembly

Definition: Small metal weight frequently welded to a drive shaft to smooth operation and reduce vibration.

• rear yoke

• propeller shaft

• cross-and-roller joint

• drive shaft balancing weight

Definition: Term for the components and parts that transfer engine power from a vehicle transmission to its drive wheels.

• driveline

• torque tube driveline

• rear universal joint

• drive shaft balancing weight

Definition: A flexible joint that permits changes in driving angles between a driving and driven shaft. It is nicknamed a U-joint.

• universal joint

• driveline

• transmission rear seal

• slip joint

Definition: A flexible joint that permits changes in driving angles between a driving and driven shaft. It is nicknamed a U-joint.

• transmission rear seal

• transaxle

• u-joint

• torque tube driveline