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MAIN DRIVESHAFT - Common Problems & Solutions
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3. SLIP SPLINE ISSUES This sliding spline section will need replacement if:
• Longitudinal or radial clearance becomes excessive often causing vibration.
• Damage to the seal can also allow debris to work its way into the splines which can cause binding or seizure. This can also lead to ‘brinelling’ of the universal joints.
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INTER AXLE SHAFTS -
Common Problems & Solutions
STEERING SHAFTS -
Common Problems & Solutions
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1. FLANGE YOKES - can become bent, damaged or even
fractured as a result of excessive torque or shock loads. Wear in the
yoke eyes can cause universal joint caps to rotate leading to
premature failure. The Turret Technology team will replace yokes
that show up unacceptable for optimal operating performance.
2. UNIVERSAL JOINTS - Read notes above for main shaft
3. SLIP SPLINE SECTION - Check notes at top right
1. UNIVERSAL JOINTS - Read notes above for main shaft.
Many steering joints are ’staked in’. The Turret Technology team
has the correct equipment & expertise to stake replacement joints
to original specifications.
2. SPLINE SECTION - Shafts with spline clearance / wear
issues replaced with fine tolerance spline system.
1. UNIVERSAL JOINT ISSUES Inadequate or incorrect lubrication as well as excessive angles or torque loads can lead to conditions such as:
• Seizure
• Burned cross ends
• ‘Spalling’ on bearing surface
• ‘Brinelling’ - grooves in surface
1. UNIVERSAL JOINT
SOLUTIONS The Turret Technology team will assess UJ condition and replace as required to maintain optimal performance. This service includes:
• Following correct UJ assembly procedures
• Fully lubricating greasable joints with premium grade lubricant or upgrading to ‘lube-for-life’ maintenance–free UJ type
• Checking yoke condition/tolerance for wear or misalignment
2. CENTRE BEARING & MIDSHIP ISSUES This is a ‘hotspot’ area to inspect & maintain at regular
intervals as lack of lubrication or other factors can lead to:
• Seized or rough running bearings
• Rubber inserts - split, damaged or perished
• Hanger bracket - bent, damaged or fractures
• Looseness/slop in midship assembly/ retainer causing vibration
** For your assurance of quality, shaft welding is carried out in accordance with BS EN ISO15614 weld procedure and balancing weight attachment
is done by means of a specialised spot welding unit.
4. TUBING Needs to be checked over for:
• Any dents, bends or even missing balance weights.
• Any damage or distortion in the tube section will contribute to im-balance & vibration.
• Welding at tube ends also needs thorough inspection for fractures or separation caused by shock loads or vibration.
Turret Technology will straighten or replace this as required with special grade driveline tubing.
This section can also be lengthened or shortened for various modifications.
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2. CENTRE BEARING &
MIDSHIP SOLuTIONS The Turret Technology team when working on this
section of your shaft will:
• Follow correct assembly procedures for these parts
• Assess bearing, rubber insert & bracket condition and replace as required. Fully lubricate greasable bearings. Slotted rubber insert types are often upgraded to solid rubber to provide better long-term performance
• Recommend upgrading older ‘2-bolt’ midship designs to a large single nut type with longer spline length over-coming known looseness and vibration issues.
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Seized joint