Driveshaft Parts for Jeep CJ5

Why the Driveshaft in the Jeep CJ5 72-83 Needs Regular Inspection.

The driveshaft carries power from the transfer case to the axles and is exposed to constantly changing angles with every steering input and suspension movement. U-joints wear from this continuous motion and show up as vibration or a clunk when pulling away. Pinion yokes and their seals harden over time and let transmission fluid escape, while transfer case output seals lose their sealing force after years of use. The driveshaft itself can also cause noticeable vibration through imbalance or worn support points. Anyone driving off-road regularly or running larger tires should keep a close eye on the U-joints and seals, since a driveshaft failure cuts off power transfer completely.

• U-Joints: The greasable U-joint and the heavy-duty U-joint 82 x 27mm.
• Pinion Yokes: The pinion yoke for the AMC 20 rear axle and the pinion yoke for Dana 30/44.
• Drive Shaft & Strap Kit: The front drive shaft and the U-joint strap kit for installation.
• Transfer Case Output & Seals: The Dana 300 output seal and the Dana 18/20 output seal.
• Pinion Seals & Hardware: The pinion seal for Dana 25/27/30/44 and the pinion oil seal for AMC 20/Dana 35.
• Pinion Nut & Hardware: The pinion nut and the matching lock washer for front axle, rear axle, or transfer case.

Two Trusted American Brands for Your Driveshaft.

U-joints, pinion yokes, drive shafts, and strap kits come from Crown Automotive, while additional U-joint variants, seals, and pinion yokes are supplied by axle and driveline specialist Dana Spicer. Both brands stand for American engineering right in your Jeep's power transfer.

Your Partner for the Driveshaft.

Whether you need a single U-joint or a complete drive shaft, we're happy to help with questions on torque specs, correct installation orientation, and compatibility questions for the CJ6, CJ7, and CJ8. Your order ships from our warehouse as fast as possible after checkout.