Even with a chassis mounted diff (ie independant rear suspension) there is
still a need for some length compensation. Triumph
Herald/Spitfire/GT6/Vitesse uses a slip joint, others use CV joint to allow
for tolerances and moving of components on their rubbers. The last thing you
want to do to many bearings is add axial loadings.
Neil
----- Original Message -----
From: "David Kernberger" <dkern@napanet.net>
To: "bown" <bown@concentric.net>
Cc: <buick-rover-v8@autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, December 10, 2002 1:25 AM
Subject: Re: Transmissions
> 12/9/02
>
> Jim,
>
> I am reasonably certain that the only difference, if any, is the
> length of the front portion. The slip joint should be the same. There is
> a double constant-velocity u-joint in the center also--right behind the
> support bearing, I seem to remember. By the way, all drivelines must
> include a slip joint somewhere to allow change of length as the rear axle
> moves up and down. Of course, if the differential is rigidly mounted, as
> in some independent rear suspension systems, then none would be needed.
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