TK50253 AAM 1555 Series Dual-Fit Rear Driveshaft and Front Axle U-Joint

TK50253 1555 Series Dual-Fit Front Axle and Rear Driveshaft Genuine AAM Factory Lubed U-Joint for Ram Fits both Magna and AAM Front Axles AND AAM Rear Driveshafts. TK50253 is a dual fit, factory lubed u-joint that fits BOTH 2010-2018 AAM 925 front axle shafts in the 2500/3500 series trucks and Magna Rear Driveshafts in 2007-2012 Ram 3500, Ram 4500, and Ram 5500 trucks with AAM 1555 series rear driveshaft u-joints. Front Axle Applications include 2010-2019 Ram 2500, Ram 3500 4x4 front axle shafts. Includes both inside lockup c-clips for axle applications and external snap rings for driveshafts.

Also See QU11173 Greaseable Front Axle Shaft U-Joint

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Dan the Gear Man® Tech Notes:
Service
Removal
Driveshaft U-Joint
Matching Parts for 2007-2012 Magna Rear Axle
Matching Parts for 2010-2012 AAM 925 14 Bolt Front Axle
Matching Parts for 2013-up AAM 925 12 Bolt Front Axle
Applications

Tech Note 1: Service
Most axle shaft universal joint service is done using makeshift tools and hammering on the parts until something gives. Axle Shafts and Axle universal joints are precise components that can be easily damaged by such slam-bang work. There is a better way to perform u-joint service using application specific press tooling and approved service procedures such as those illustrated in my four page, color illustrated, TSB4597 Dodge Truck AAM Front Axle Shaft Service Tech Bulletin. Also See our U-Joint Tools web page or our individual Tool Pages for QT1065 C-Frame Press, QT4009 Large U-Joint Separator Yoke, QT4011 Press Tip and QT4015 Press Anvil.

Tech Note 2: Removal
Due to the amount of force needed to press out big joints like these from the axle shaft yokes, it is very easy to compress the yoke ears enough to take a "set" that will make installing the snap rings difficult or impossible. This will not only increase your blood pressure, but it will also guarantee short part life if you do force the rings in. We see this problem over and over again, in fact more universal joints and axle yokes are wrecked by slam-bang methods of u-joint replacement than by any other cause. Moral of the story is: Use the right tools and service procedures or be prepared to pay the price.

Tech Note 3: Driveshaft U-Joint
TK50253 Extra Large Size Rear Universal Joint for 2007-2009 Dodge Ram Diesel Chassis Cab Rear Driveshafts is a genuine AAM 1555 series rear universal joint with 1-3/8" diameter cups and an overall installed width of just under 4-31/32". For Axle shaft applications, TK50253 fits AAM axles that have a 3.702" distance between the inside of the yoke ears.

Tech Note 4: Matching Parts for 2007-2012 Magna Rear Axle
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Tech Note 5: Matching Parts for 2010-2012 AAM 925 14 Bolt Front Axle
QK4732 Axle Shaft Nut and Washer Kit
QU10861 Steering Knuckle to Wheel Hub Bolt
QU10965 Differential Cover Gasket
QU11103 Differential Cover Bolts
QU10945 Inner Axle Shaft Seal
QU50823 Left Inner Axle Shaft
QU50825 Outer Axle Shaft
QU50824 Right Inner Axle Shaft
QU11192 Left Axle Shaft Assembly
QK4586 Ball Joint Set
QT1008i Axle Shaft Nut Socket
QK4685 Inner Axle Shaft Seal and Installer Tool Kit

Tech Note 6: Matching Parts for 2013-up AAM 925 12 Bolt Front Axle
Interactive Exploded View XV1018 2013-up Dodge Ram 2500/3500 AAM 925 CAD Front Axle
A560731 Left Axle Shaft Assembly
A560732 Right Axle Shaft Assembly
TK11549 Outer Axle Shaft
QU50823 Left Inner Axle Shaft
QU11173 Greaseable Axle U-Joint
QU10945 Inner Axle Shaft Oil Seal
QU11375 CAD Shift Collar
QU11373 CAD Diff Output Shaft
QU11374 Shaft Support Bearing
TK11458 Axle Shaft to Hub Nut

Applications

Dodge and Ram:
Ram 2500, Ram 3500 4x4 Front Axle Shaft: 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Ram 3500, Ram 4500, and Ram 5500 with AAM 1555 Series Rear Driveshafts: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012

Sterling Bullet:
4500, 5500 Rear Driveshaft Shaft: 2008, 2009