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Flaming River Universal Joint Installation guide

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Universal Joint Installation
1) Measure and mark 7/8” in from the end of the steering shaft
2) Position yoke onto shafting to the 7/8” mark. Tighten setscrews to mark shaft
3) Remove yoke.
4) Using a ¼” drill bit, countersink the marked position on the shaft.
5) Apply red thread locker to threads
6) Reinstall universal joint onto shaft.
7) Using a torque wrench, tighten the setscrews to no more than 25 ft-lbs.
8) Tighten jam nuts.
Note: Inspect u-joints frequently to ensure tightness and proper fit
INSTALLATION BULLETIN #2003
DESCRIPTION: UNIVERSAL JOINTS
WARRANTY: 1YEAR FROM DATE OF PURCHASE. REPLACEMENTOF PRODUCT DEEMED DEFECTIVE BY THE
FACTORY. LABOR NOT INCLUDED.
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