Checking U joint

[Standing Elk]

I have a sort of "tinny rattle" down by the shiftier. can't seem to locate the cause. Don't think it is heave enough to be a U joint but am wanting to check anyway. SO, what is the best way to check the U joint without pulling the torque tube and rear end?

[Standing Elk]

Found the rattle, manifold heater was loose. However I would still like to know the best way to check U joint. Thanks

[BILL WILLIAMSON]

Once had a THUNK, on a quick take off, in Minerva. "Thought" it was the U-JOINT---It was my BIg Magnalite Flashlite, rolling around under the seat.
Bill W.

[Phil Brown]

Originally Posted by BILL WILLIAMSON

Once had a THUNK, on a quick take off, in Minerva. "Thought" it was the U-JOINT---It was my BIg Magnalite Flashlite, rolling around under the seat.
Bill W.

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[wmws]

To check the u joint you could take the clam shell off which would give you some access to the u joint. With the transmittion in gear you might be able to rock the drive shaft enough to see if there is any play. I have not actually tried this but short of pulling the rear it may work. If your really suspecting the u joint I would pull the rear. Somewhat time consuming but not a bad job.

[100IH]

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If you can't see it and hold it in your hand, you are never to evaluate the joint. Is it a replacement without the riveted outer ring? or is it a (lincoln type) recent replacement> Threr have been issues withe the new re repos. I turned a shaft that fit the I.D. of both the front and rear spline - Found out that they were WAY out of alignment. couldn't even install the rest of the clamshell w/o locking it up.