On Tuesday 07 March 2006 17:54, Bill & Skip Pugh wrote:
> I have often heard of the term "out of phase" regarding the
> positioning of drive-shaft U-joints. I don't understand the
> term ... I am not doubting the accuracy but am simply seeking
> enlightenment ...
Here's more info than you wanted:
Driveline Geometry 101
http://www.4xshaft.com/driveline101.html
Driveshafts and U-Joints
http://www.custompistols.com/cars/articles/ts_ujoints.htm
>From this article:"To make matters more confusing, many repair manuals show
the phasing incorrectly. Referring to the sketch above, the "fixed" yokes (A
and B) must always be parallel."
The sketch: http://www.custompistols.com/cars/images/ujoint2.jpg
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Hoyt
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