How to Troubleshoot a Driveshaft

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Tip 1 - Vibrational Issues

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by Dean Ismael | permalink

For further reading: http://www.machineservice.com/technical-101/vibrational-issues/ ^[1]

Tip 2 - Symptoms of Drive Shaft Problems | eHow

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by Philippe CHARTON | permalink

A vehicle's drive shaft--the rotating object located between the differentials and gear box--helps it switch from idle to drive; without it, a vehicle would never move. Usually, a drive shaft does not fail instantaneously, and deterioration happens over time. Accordingly, if drive shaft problems are recognized early, you can avoid costly repairs....

For further reading: http://www.ehow.com/list_7437579_symptoms-drive-shaft-problems.html ^[2]

Tip 3 - Driveshaft U-Joints Diagnosis and Repair - YouFixCars.com

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by manic 2 | permalink

What happens when good driveshaft u-joints go bad? Common symptoms and testing procedures to isolate bad universal joints on rear wheel drive vehicles.
Tags: driveshaft u-joints,bad universal joint

For further reading: http://www.youfixcars.com/driveshaft-u-joints.html ^[3]