how much do u-joints cost - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

crm318 · 03-31-2007, 10:54 PM

i will be replacing both u-joints on a buddys 76 van pretty soon and i wanted to know how much they go for.

*rage'nrat638* · 03-31-2007, 11:07 PM

6.00

dave2953 · 03-31-2007, 11:12 PM

I paid $10 each the other day when I swapped to a 1 piece. I thought it was a little high, now I know it probably was.

AR15DEFENSE · 03-31-2007, 11:21 PM

PRECISION Part # 369 {U Joint - Premium} $6.94

cableguy0 · 03-31-2007, 11:24 PM

it depends on the area and the store you walk into. the local place here was 9 bucks each advance wanted like 16 each.

Jtrux · 03-31-2007, 11:36 PM

Dang I just got ripped off, I paid 13 apiece for the ones just mentioned.

**truckdude239** · 04-01-2007, 09:30 AM

depends i get the bruteforce u joints 16 a piece but the have a life time warranty and anre stronger then normal u joint

Tx Firefighter · 04-01-2007, 09:45 AM

I get mine at the driveline shop, Dana Spicer brand. near 20 bucks each. Best that money can buy

crm318 · 04-01-2007, 01:23 PM

thanks for the info guys. as far as installation goes, is it as easy as unbolting the 4 retainers and switching it out or is there any shop work to be done?

Tx Firefighter · 04-01-2007, 03:12 PM

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Originally Posted by crm318

thanks for the info guys. as far as installation goes, is it as easy as unbolting the 4 retainers and switching it out or is there any shop work to be done?

I'll probably take a flaming for this, but no, they're not easy. They are simple. I do not remember what year GM started but that 76 may have glued in u-joints. You have to take a propane torch and heat the glue until it squeezes out. If someone has done them in the past, this will already have been done.

Changing a u-joint is very simple, but kind of delicate. Some fellows use medeival practices and wind up knocking things out of balance. You need to be diligent when installing them so you don't bend the ears on the driveshaft and so that you don't lay a needle bearing down and bind up the joint.

03-31-2007, 10:54 PM	#1
crm318 Alright Alright Alright Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Midland, Texas Posts: 1,672	how much do u-joints cost i will be replacing both u-joints on a buddys 76 van pretty soon and i wanted to know how much they go for. __________________ 1972 Cheyenne Chevrolet red and white 357ci, Vortec heads, GM Performance high rise intake, Comp 268H .454/.454 218/218 110 LSA Quadrajet carb, Flowtech headers, 2.25 40 series HEI, Curve kit, TH 350, 3.07 gears 275/60/15s on 15x8 rallies

03-31-2007, 11:07 PM	#2
rage'nrat638 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: THE FALL GUY CHICAGO IL Posts: 5,883	Re: how much do u-joints cost 6.00

03-31-2007, 11:12 PM	#3
dave2953 Dave's not here, man Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Winder, Georgia Posts: 2,000	Re: how much do u-joints cost I paid $10 each the other day when I swapped to a 1 piece. I thought it was a little high, now I know it probably was. __________________ - 2014 VW Jetta - 2015 VW Jetta - 1966 Ford F-250

03-31-2007, 11:21 PM	#4
AR15DEFENSE Resident Absorber Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: WI Posts: 131	Re: how much do u-joints cost PRECISION Part # 369 {U Joint - Premium} $6.94 __________________ The best offense is a better DEFENSE!

03-31-2007, 11:24 PM	#5
cableguy0 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Delta,Pa Posts: 14,948	Re: how much do u-joints cost it depends on the area and the store you walk into. the local place here was 9 bucks each advance wanted like 16 each. __________________ Owner of North Point Car Care in Dundalk Md. We specialize in custom exhaust on both modern and classic vehicles. We are a full service auto shop from classics to modern vehicles. Feel free to contact me with questions. I will give a 10% discount to any board member.

03-31-2007, 11:36 PM	#6
Jtrux I'm a poor spectator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 2,287	Re: how much do u-joints cost Dang I just got ripped off, I paid 13 apiece for the ones just mentioned. __________________ 2006 Jeep Unlimited IMPACT ORANGE 1993 Chevy 2500 4x4 ExCab LWB 454/NV4500 Tow rig 1977 Ford F100 2x4 LWB 1st truck I owned, still have it!!! 1979 Ford F150 4x4 SWB Built Ford Tough!!! 1971 Chevy Blazer 350 / SM465 / NP205 UNDER CONSTRUCTION Soon to have a LQ4 6.0!!!

04-01-2007, 09:30 AM	#7
truckdude239 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lewisville, Nc Posts: 10,237	Re: how much do u-joints cost depends i get the bruteforce u joints 16 a piece but the have a life time warranty and anre stronger then normal u joint __________________ David fuller Ase Certified Mechanic Click here to help support our board!! 1971 Chevy c-10 under going a 4.8l LSx swap Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=421305 2007 Honda Accord my daily 145kmiles 2002 Honda Accord 4 door With 330k(sisters car) 2005 toyota Avalon 228k( brothers car) 2002 Sububran 5.3 245k 2000 Tahoe 5.3l 378 General manager for Marco's Carwash & lube

04-01-2007, 09:45 AM	#8
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	Re: how much do u-joints cost I get mine at the driveline shop, Dana Spicer brand. near 20 bucks each. Best that money can buy __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin

04-01-2007, 01:23 PM	#9
crm318 Alright Alright Alright Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Midland, Texas Posts: 1,672	Re: how much do u-joints cost thanks for the info guys. as far as installation goes, is it as easy as unbolting the 4 retainers and switching it out or is there any shop work to be done? __________________ 1972 Cheyenne Chevrolet red and white 357ci, Vortec heads, GM Performance high rise intake, Comp 268H .454/.454 218/218 110 LSA Quadrajet carb, Flowtech headers, 2.25 40 series HEI, Curve kit, TH 350, 3.07 gears 275/60/15s on 15x8 rallies

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