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Worksheetsdrive-shaft technology
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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
