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Originally Posted by Joe K
Actually, the clamshell setup is a left over from the old style "ring" universal joints - which need, no, REQUIRE grease in the clamshell.
If you've upgraded to the Dana-Spicer later type U Joint then grease is not required in the clamshells as the U-joint needle bearings are all sealed and pre-greased for the life of the car. These same U-joints probably are currently used under your modern day car WITHOUT any protection - the seals being enough.
I still put a dollop of grease in the clamshells - it keeps things from rusting up and keeps the "spherical joint" limber and flexible.
Joe K
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Thanks Joe, so if I understand correctly I just unbolt the clamshell, put permatex on and put one gasket there and rebolt? I've never had it apart so I'm flying blind, excuse the stupid question. Also is it the clamshell in the first picture or the second? They both look like clamshells to me.
Thanks again
Scott