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FLAMING-RIVER - TRUCK SLIP SHAFTS
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Reference Application Chart
Steering Boxes And Racks
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Size
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Spline Dia.
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Splines
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Ford Rack
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| Mustang II & Pinto Manual
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9/16"-26
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.563
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26
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| Mustang II & Pinto Power
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3/4"-36
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.750
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36
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Ford Box
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| Manual & Power
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3/4"-36
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.750
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36
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GM Box Manual
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| Vega
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5/8"-36
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.625
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36
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| Corvette (63-67)
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3/4"-30
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.750
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30
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| Corvette (65-85)
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3/4"-36
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.750
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36
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| Model 122 (65-85)
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3/4"-30
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.750
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30
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3/4"-36
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.750
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36
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| Model 525 (86-Present)
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3/4"-30
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.750
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30
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GM Power Box
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| Model 605 (78-84)
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3/4"-30
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.750
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30
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| Model 800 (77-Prior)
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13/16"-36
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.813
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36
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| Model 800 (78-Present)
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3/4"-30
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.750
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30
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Steering Boxes And Racks
| Application.
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Size
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Spline Dia.
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Splines
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GM Rack
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| 79 - Present
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5/8"-36
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625
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36
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| Variations
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3/4"-30
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.750
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30
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| Corvette (84-Present)
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17mm DD
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.670
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.570
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| Fiero
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17mm DD
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.670
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.570
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Chrysler Box or Rack
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| Chrysler - Omni Manual
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9/16"-26
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.563
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26
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| Chrysler - Omni Power
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9/16"-36
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.563
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36
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| Chrysler - Volare
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5/8"-36C
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.625
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36
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| Chrysler
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3/4"-36
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.750
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36
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| Chrysler
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13/16"-36
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.750
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36
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Misc.
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| Jaguar & MGB
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3/4"-48
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.750
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48
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| VW Rabbit - Diesel
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3/4"-36
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.750
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36
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Note
: Spline diameter will be slightly under or over measurement shown. Round to nearest size.
Steering Column
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| Application.
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Size
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Spline Dia.
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Splines
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Application.
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Size
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Spline Dia.
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Splines
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GM Column
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Ford Column
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| Small Spline
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3/4"-36
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.750
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36
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Small Spline
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3/4"-DD
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.750x.550
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36
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| Large Spline
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1"-48
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1.00
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48
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Small "DD"
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1"-48
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1.00
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DD
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| Small "DD"
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3/4"-DD
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.750x.550
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DD
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Large "DD"
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DD
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1.00x.750
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DD
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| Large "DD"
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1"-DD
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1.00x.750
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DD
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Note:
Spline diameter will be slightly under or over measurement shown. Round to nearest size.
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Helpful hints
Choose the type of intermediate shaft you will be using (splined or DD)-this is one side of the U-joint you will need to order.
Determine whether you will need a two or three U-joint system. This is dictated by the angle, we recommend a 15° angle for the optimum system, however up to 30° is acceptable. If using a three U-joint system, a support bearing is necessary. The center U-joint will either be 3/4"DD x 3/4"DD or 3/4"-36 x 3/4"-36, depending on whether you are using splined or DD shafts.
Use the reference application chart to select the rack and pinion or box spline size you require. If the chart does not list your application, just measure the diameter of the shaft and count the number of splines. If there is a flat, count half the splines and double this number.
Measure your column. If DD (two rounds, two flats), measure the rounds-it will either be 1"DD or 3/4"DD. If splined, measure the diameter and count the splines i. e.1"-48 or 3/4"-36.
If you are using splined shafting and a two U-joint system, measure the distance between the rack and pinion or box shaft and the column, subtract 3.25 inches. Round this number up to the next shaft size.
When using a Vibration Coupler subtract 5.25". When using a Vibration U-joint, subtract 4.5/8".
f using a three-joint system, we recommend using dowel rods to mock up the system.
Just measure the length of the dowel rod and this will be the length of your shaft. Of course, you will need to order U-joints prior to shafts.
Phasing-Keep the forks of the yokes closest to each other in line and parallel to the center of the shaft to avoid binding. (See Figure A. )
Set screws are supplied on all Splined and "Double D" U-joints. However, it is necessary to indent (by drilling) the shaft to properly secure the set-screw mechanism. Loc-Tite should also be used. (See Figure B. )
The shaft should be flush with the ends of the u-joint yoke-too short could sacrifice strength and too long will cause the shaft to interfere with the operation of the u-joint. (See Figure C. )
NEVER WELD a universal joint. Welding reduces the strength of the metal and can melt the needle bearing seal.
Flaming River* joints are Nickel Plated for corrosion resistance. With a little buffing, you get the look of Stainless at half the Price. However, do not buff the CAPS as overheating could damage seals of needle bearing.
Steering Box Identification
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Mustang
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Flaming River
Vega Style
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GM 122
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GM 605
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GM Corvair
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GM 800
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