1310 to 1350 u joint

Size and strength. The 1310 series joint is what you would expect to find stock in most Jeep or small trucks. A 1350 series joint/shaft is what you might find in many full size trucks. While it’s not 100% accurate, you could say that a 1310 is a “half ton” joint and a 1350 is a “one ton joint”.

How much power can a 1310 U-Joint handle?

According to Spicer, the 1310 joint is rated at 400 lb-ft of continuous torque (down the track) and 800 lb-ft of short-term torque (launch at the line). The 1330 has the same size caps as the 1310, but the U-joint cross is the same size as a 1350.

How much power can a 1350 U-Joint handle?

The 1350 U-joint is rated for 2,200 lb-ft (minimum elastic limit) of torque.

What is the strongest U 1310 joint?

For those needing a review, the Super-Flex is a high-strength 1310-, 1350-, or 1410-series U-joint with the trunions offset 1/4-inch (1410 is offset 5/16-inch) for an added 10 degrees of angularity than its standard counterpart.

What is the difference between 1330 and 1310 U joint?

1330 joints use a larger body than the 1310 joint but the same-size trunnions and caps. They are often found in 3⁄4-ton trucks and allow more angularity than 1310 joints but are only marginally stronger. 1350 joints are found in 1-ton trucks and use the wider body of the 1330 joint but with larger trunnions and caps.

How much drive shaft angle is too much?

Ideally, both driveshaft-operating angles will be 1 to 3 degrees. Anything over 3 degrees at the rear axle will shorten your universal joint’s life and could create vibration. If your angle is larger than 3 degrees, you must make sure not to exceed max driveshaft RPM as shown on this Spicer table.

What is double cardan joint?

A double Cardan joint consists of two universal joints mounted back to back with a centre yoke; the centre yoke replaces the intermediate shaft.

What is AU joint Spicer?

Spicer Extreme™ U-Joints: for Off-Road Use Only

Featuring an SAE-4340 nickel chromoly steel cross with an enlarged trunnion diameter for added strength, these u-joints are virtually indestructible.

How are U-joints measured?

You will need to measure from the edge of one snap ring groove straight across to the edge of the other snap ring groove. For U-joints with outside snap rings, you will need to measure from the edge of one u-joint cap straight across to the edge of the other u-joint cap.

Which is variable velocity type of universal joint?

Ball Trunnion Type Universal Joint

In this pin, two steel balls are fitted firmly. The joint helps in the rotational motion through the ball and the pin. The balls can also move axially in direction. Ball and trunnion joints are also variable velocity joints.

Do U-joints have part numbers on them?

On all U-joint styles, the measured dimension should be slightly less than the dimensions you’ll use to look up the part number. Make sure to take note of the type and location of grease fittings and to write down your measurements.

Do they make U-joints with different size caps?

Yes they do sell Ujoints with different size caps on each end. I had to use one when I bought a different driveshaft for a 1984 chevy truck that I had.