I read on another forum that the 04 F150 has a non servicable driveshaft. They said that you had to replace the driveshaft when the u joins wear out. I sure hope this is not the case. That would cost a fortune. What next?
Can anyone substantiate this info?

 

That's what I've heard. Although I've seen people take "non servicable" U-joints and service the hell out of 'em, putting aftermarket U-joints in. I guess I'll cross that bridge when I get there.

 

Absolutely true. When I put the 6" lift on, I had new driveshafts (front and rear) built with greaseable u-joints. Apparently, Ford hopes the driveshaft will last until the warranty has expired. A real good bet for them; but, not so good for us.

 

It's possible? To use aftermarket u joints? Where do you find them? I'd be interested in how because I keep my trucks 9 or 10 years and they always need u joints about year 6 or 7. They just dry out. A new driveshaft would cost a fortune.

 

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Woah, drive shafts are not replaceable and need to be replaced at 6 or 7 years???

How much is a new drive shaft? It really has to be replaced every 6 or 7 years?

Geese, that means I really should get rid of this truck before then.

That's really really bad news. Please, somebody confirm (who has knowledge) that they only last 6 to 7 years and how much they cost.

Duke

 

Dunno, haven't tried it on an '04+ F150 yet.

 

I've just got to say one thing, CARBON FIBER DS.

 

If it makes some of you feel any better, as far as I know I've still got the original U-joints in my '97 F250 LD. Almost ten years and 170K+ miles old, and they're fine. I don't expect to have to mess with the joints in my '04 for at least that long.

 

Im sorry, Im not trying to jack the thread. But, Quintin is a hard guy to get a hold of.

Quintin, do you have an updated information about the transmission issue? . . maybe you could post a thread about it.

 

I want a Carbon Fiber DS any one make them?

 

There are 2 piece quick disc. u-joints available.

 

They can be custom made for any application.

 

They are just non servicable. It means that you can't grease them. You can replace the u joints with greasable ones if you wish. Just like fords front ends. They are called lifetime parts or something. THey are non servecable but you can replace them. Like ball joints and stuff.

 

That makes me feel better. They haven't been servicable or greasable for many years. As long as they can be replaced there is no problem. Thanks for the clarification.