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Old 04-07-2012, 04:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Shortsguy1 View Post
I am showing my ignorance here, but what needs to be lubed on the driveshaft? My maintenance books suggest that the U-joint isn't serviceable, which I assume means it cannot be lubed. I worry sometimes about grease attracting/holding dirt which could increase wear potentially. I don't think my u-joint has any grease ports or anything like that.

Thanks for all your help. I will try to get it to a different shop sometime soon. I will post their advice as well, to let you know if there are any conclusions from this.

Look for grease fittings. If there aren't any anywhere, then don't worry about it.
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