Semi & Fleets
How Driveshafts Enhance Semi-Trucks: Reducing Vibration and Improving Ride Quality
Semi
Semi-trucks, due to their length and the heavy loads they carry, rely heavily on regular maintenance to ensure smooth and efficient operation. A driveshaft in poor condition can cause significant vibrations and contribute to a rougher ride. Several components and factors play a role in this, including U-joints, slip yoke, carrier bearings.
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Upgrades:
When changing transmissions such as when going from a 10-Speed to a 13 or 18 speed, this will require the drive shaft to be shortened and balanced. How much will be determined by what parts have been changed. When upgrading the transmission, it is essential to ensure the driveshaft is compatible with the new transmission setup. This may involve adjusting the length, checking the alignment, and possibly upgrading U-joints, slip yoke, and bearings to handle the different stress levels and operational dynamics. For help with measuring, reference the custom measurement page.
