Dorman - HELP Universal Joint Strap Kit P/N:81006
Help keep your driveline's universal joints secured in their yokes with the Dorman - HELP Universal Joint Strap Kit 81001, a U-joint repair kit designed to match the original components needed to repair and resecure universal joints. It fits many vehicles, among them the 1999-2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 1999-2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 1988-1999 Chevrolet C1500. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.
Catalog position: front shaft, all joints; rear shaft, all joints.
U-joint straps hold the joint's bearing caps against the yoke. If the original straps or their hardware on your driveshaft are missing, loose or damaged, this kit is intended to replace them. Consult the vehicle service information for the correct fasteners, torque values and whether original hardware may be reused.
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What does the Dorman u joint strap kit 81001 do?
It is a U-joint repair kit designed to match the original components required to repair and resecure universal joints on the listed applications.
Does it fit the 1999-2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
Yes. The 1999-2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is a listed application, along with the 1999-2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 1988-1999 Chevrolet C1500. The "Vehicles it fits" section has the rest.
Which driveshaft positions is this kit listed for?
The catalog lists it for the front shaft, all joints, and the rear shaft, all joints.
What signs suggest the U-joint straps may need replacing?
Straps or bolts found missing, loose or damaged during inspection. Clunking or driveline vibration can have several causes, so diagnose the driveline before replacing parts.
Can I reuse the original strap bolts?
Consult the vehicle service information for the correct fasteners, torque values and whether the original hardware may be reused.
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