I don't think that it is a proper comparison between CV joints and U-Joints.
It is sorta like apples and oranges. While both of them allow flexing of
the two things that are connected, the CV joint also allows inward and
outward movement.
The CV joint is comparable to using a sliding shaft in conjunction with a
U-Joint to get movement in both directions.
I can't really comment on which is better on a TR6 but I have been using CV
joints in the rear suspension of my black Spitfire for several years. I
haven't had any problems with them since I upgraded to CV-Joints that are
used on Porsche 930's.
Joe C.
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From: triumphs-bounces@autox.team.net
[mailto:triumphs-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Robert Lang
Sent: Monday, December 08, 2008 5:04 PM
To: Robert N. Clark
Cc: triumphs@autox.team.net; 6pack@autox.team.net; Bob Danielson
Subject: Re: [TR] [6pack] CVJs Have Arrived
On Mon, 8 Dec 2008, Robert N. Clark wrote:
> What is the benefit of a cvj over the original set up?
less power is used up by the cv than a u-joint. some folks say a LOT of
power gets sucked up at those joints. I have no emprical data, though.
But look at ANY new car since about 1985 and you won't find many u-joints
except in trucks.
Bottom line - cv's are better.
Also note in the Goodparts setup that if the axle breaks the hub stays
put. With the stock setup, if the outer axle stub breaks, you are SOL, for
sure 'cause the wheel goes off in whatever direction it wants.
:-(
> Bob Clark
> '69 TR6
rml
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