{"id":30426,"date":"2022-06-29T12:01:27","date_gmt":"2022-06-29T16:01:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gmb.net\/?p=30426"},"modified":"2023-06-09T10:26:36","modified_gmt":"2023-06-09T14:26:36","slug":"common-dodge-ram-truck-u-joint-problems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gmb.net\/blog\/common-dodge-ram-truck-u-joint-problems\/","title":{"rendered":"Common U-Joint Problems For Dodge\/RAM Trucks"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Older Dodge and newer RAM trucks are two of the most popular trucks on the road today. While they&#8217;re known for their power and durability, they can still experience problems with their u-joints. In this article, we&#8217;ll discuss some of the most common u-joint issues Dodge and RAM owners experience, and we&#8217;ll provide tips on how to fix them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;ll cover the following information in this guide:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>U-joint failure symptoms on Dodge\/RAM trucks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diagnostic tips<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repair tips<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recommended replacement parts for Dodge\/RAM trucks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dodge\/RAM U-Joint Failure Symptoms<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"437\" src=\"https:\/\/gmb.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/ram-1500.jpeg\" alt=\"Dodge Ram ujoints\" class=\"wp-image-30427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gmb.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/ram-1500.jpeg 640w, https:\/\/gmb.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/ram-1500-450x307.jpeg 450w, https:\/\/gmb.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/ram-1500-600x410.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Squeaking noise when driving under 10 mph<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clunking with a ringing sound when the transmission is shifted from drive to reverse<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vibration felt throughout the truck when it&#8217;s in motion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transmission fluid leaks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Banging sound coming from underneath the truck<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete loss of power (if the driveshaft comes loose)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">U-Joint Diagnosis And Repair Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s important for your technicians to be able to recognize a bad u-joint and know how to replace one on a Dodge or RAM truck. We have a few tips that may help:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>When your techs aren&#8217;t sure whether to replace a u-joint, it&#8217;s always best to replace it anyway. Read more about this recommendation over on <a href=\"\/blog\/in-doubt-change-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">this post <\/a>on the GMB blog.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It&#8217;s important to be able to identify the warning signs of u-joint failure. This will help prevent complete u-joint failure in your customers&#8217; cars. <a href=\"\/blog\/u-joint-failure-modes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">This blog post <\/a>has some good diagnostic and troubleshooting tips.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The most common causes of u-joint failure are alterations made to the truck or lack of maintenance. If your techs find that one of these issues are the reason a customer&#8217;s u-joint has failed, they should explain it to the customer. We have <a href=\"\/blog\/explain-u-joint-failure\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a post<\/a> about how to do this on our GMB blog.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure your techs always check all the u-joints when diagnosing u-joint issues on a Dodge\/RAM truck. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended Replacement U-Joints For Dodge\/RAM Trucks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/gmb.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/ujoints-gmb-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5230\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gmb.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/ujoints-gmb-1.jpg 600w, https:\/\/gmb.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/ujoints-gmb-1-450x301.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to reduce comebacks, use replacement u-joints made by a top quality brand. GMB is a leading brand in the u-joint market. If you want to read more about GMB and why it&#8217;s a reliable brand that makes quality OE-grade u-joints, check out <a href=\"\/products\/universal-joint\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">this page<\/a>. Here are the recommended GMB u-joints for Dodge\/RAM trucks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Year<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Make\/Model<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>GMB Part Number<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1987-2001<\/td><td>Dodge Dakota<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/gmb.net\/product\/210-1306\/\">GMB junta en u #210-1306<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1994-2001<\/td><td>Dodge RAM 1500<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/gmb.net\/product\/210-0297\/\">GMB junta en un #210-0297<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1994-2002<\/td><td>Dodge RAM 2500<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/gmb.net\/product\/210-0332\/\">GMB junta en u #210-0332<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1994-2008<\/td><td>Dodge RAM 1500<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/gmb.net\/product\/210-0160\/\">GMB junta en u #210-0160<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1994-2010<\/td><td>Dodge RAM 1500<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/gmb.net\/product\/210-1203\/\">GMB junta en u #210-1203<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2003-2009<\/td><td>Dodge RAM 2500 y 3500<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/gmb.net\/product\/210-0464\/\">GMB junta en u #210-0464<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Is a particular Dodge or RAM truck not on this list? You can look it up in our catalog of GMB u-joints to find the right part number.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Most Common Reasons Dodge\/RAM Trucks Have U-Joint Issues<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Improper or inadequate maintenance, including missing u-joint service intervals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Heavy loads<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Steep operating angles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lack of lubrication<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wear and tear over time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Older Dodge and newer RAM trucks are two of the most popular trucks on the road today. While they&#8217;re known for their power and durability, they can still experience problems with their u-joints. 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