Steering UJs

[Lewis's Friend]

Hi all.

I need to change the UJs on my steering column. I know a number of the usual parts people do them for about £90 the pair. I was just wondering whether there were any recommendations from people who have had to change theirs?

Also, can you get the correct bits from a normal motor factors, or do you have to pay TVR prices?

As always, all feedback appreciated.

[Lewis's Friend]

Thanks for the reply.

Has anyone tried any of the other types. ML Performance or DG? I'm happy to pay the difference, but only if it's likely to be worth it.

At the moment, the slop in the joints is pretty minute, but still spoils initial turn in. I'd like to totally get rid of it, as the rest of the suspension is really good.

[Lewis's Friend]

phillpot said:

Lewis's Friend said:

Has anyone tried any of the other types. ML Performance or DG? I'm happy to pay the difference, but only if it's likely to be worth it.

Or do they all come out of the same factory?

I suppose there are only a limited number of places where one can get such thing... Are they all the same?

[Lewis's Friend]

glenrobbo said:

sonnylad said:

Guys after reading this ........ could it just be a case of them not being tightened up enough

That's why I said to check that the splines were tightly clamped, and to use HT bolts.
It does take what seems to be an excessive amount of torque to get the u/j's to clamp securely.

Thanks for the advise, I will definitely check this before ordering any new joints.

Sadly, I've had to put off some car work to fit a (rubbish) garage door! Hopefully have time soon.