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Old 10-29-2015, 04:57 PM
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rag joint delete help.

I need to get rid of the rag joint on my 91 truck, I would like to go to a universal joint style for clearance. I have searched but cant find the exact info im looking for.

I am not sure how many splines and what size my steering gear is, is there a universal fit joint that works? anyone have a part number?

will the pre 82 or so shafts work?

any input is helpful, thanks
Old 10-29-2015, 11:35 PM
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Just what are you working with you need to change things ??

Are you going to a solid front axle??

Engine swap??

I think the easy way would be measure and count the splines.
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if it was me i would source another shaft from the salvage yard and cut off the u joint with a couple inches of shaft. cut off rag joint and weld ujoint in place of the rag joint. might be a little ugly buy cheap and easy and if you can weld good strong too
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I can't be the first guy to do this. Someone surely makes a kit...I hope?
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you are gonna have to weld
http://www.flamingriver.com/index.php/products/c0005
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Well if I have to weld , fine, but I guess I don't need anything then. I'll just weld in metal bar to replace rag joint. It is a straight shot anyway
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