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Old Feb 1, 2012 | 09:40 AM
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Driveshaft U joint

My '95 w124 E320 wagon is in the shop and it looks like the U joint connecting the driveshaft is worn out. The driveshaft itself is fine, but they (mercedes-benz oem) don't seem to sell the U joint separately?
I can't afford an entire new drive shaft does anyone make just the aftermarket U joint??

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Old Feb 2, 2012 | 01:04 AM
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The flex discs and center support should wear out before that coupling as they are weaker, what are the symptoms?
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Old Feb 2, 2012 | 03:13 PM
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My mercedes tech friend was under the car installing a new tranny and noticed the actual U joint had a ridiculous amount of play in it. took the car for a test drive and there is a loud "boom" clunk in the undercarriage upon acceleration.
Mbworld member Hanno (who I got the tranny from) is shipping me a driveshaft from his parted out '95 Sedan; should work in my wagon (part # is the same).
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Old Feb 5, 2012 | 09:30 AM
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I can replace that u joint on your drive shaft.
let me know if you need it done.
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