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Shown here are identically sized universal joints for different applications. On the left is a Spicer 1310 designed for a steel driveshaft. On the right is a 1310 intended for an aluminum shaft with a protective coating on the bearing caps. Because aluminum and steel are dissimilar metals, corrosion can set in quickly, causing bearing cap failure.
Choose Universal Joints And Driveshafts For Your Mustang

 Shown here are identically sized universal joints for different applications. On the left is a Spicer 1310 designed for a steel driveshaft. On the right is a 1310 intended for an aluminum shaft with a protective coating on the bearing caps. Because aluminum and steel are dissimilar metals, corrosion can set in quickly, causing bearing cap failure.  View Related Article

 

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