280z (datsun / nissan) non replaceable ujoint replacement where to go to fix for just $103 in 30 minuets

[Brent Hasty]

280z (datsun / nissan) non replaceable ujoint replacement where to go to fix for just $103 in 30 minuets

 

I recently had the need to service the U joints (all 6) in the drive train of my 77 Z. After the parts houses had sold me the wrong U Joints for the driveline several times, and online research I learned about the NON REPLACEABLE U JOINTS used. Research indicated 2 resolutions, replace with an older pre 75 driveline with replaceable U joints or have a driveline built. Locating a pre 75 drivline for a 2+2 proved difficult.

 

I called several driveline shops who said they could not replace them, all except one. When I called Driveline Service of Portland and spoke to Joe Delk at 503 289 2264. I was in disbelief when he said he could get them changed out, so I questioned and queried him, emailed pics and finally took in my driveline. 30 minuets later I had both U joints replaced for a mere $103 with a pair of Rockford 430-10 U joints.

 

Rockford apparently came out with the 430-10 U joint about 2005 thankfully.

 

Thank you Joe for the very good news for all our Z cars....

[Javin]

Awesome information! Glad you were able to get it done and done right. I have a feeling that company just ended up with a few new customers.

[Skib]

ya you just have to nock the old ones out and cut a recess for the clips to go in on the regular U-joins