Shop now for Axle Shafts and Axle Universal Joints specific to 1973-1980 Chevy and GMC 4x4 trucks equipped with Dana 44 Open Knuckle Front Axles. Great selection. In stock. Quick shipping.
GM used the same left and right axle shafts for all 1973-1980 4x4s with Dana 44 front axles. Effective with the 1973 model year, the axle u-joint was beefed up to the Spicer 1350WJ size, a huge improvement over the dinky 1310WJ axle u-joint used on the 1969-1972 Dana 44 open knuckle axle.
We offer two different Universal Joints for your hard working 1973 to 1980 Chevy or GMC 4x4 SUV or Truck with a Dana 44 solid front axle. All are good, reliable products, but different manufacturing techniques and seal types will have a major influence on the ultimate life of the joint. Our most popular choice is our TK40712 cold-forged, non-greaseable, original equipment replacement U-Joint. The wear-resistant cold-forged cross and superior sealing make it the best choice for both low maintenance and long life. QU90007 is hot-forged and equipped with single lip seals. They are greaseable through a flush fitting threaded into one of the caps. With good maintenance and quality lubricant like our Pyroplex® Plus Grease, these joints will last and last.
