Spicer 5-153X 1310 Series Greaseable Universal Joint (OSR Style)

Restore smooth operation, eliminate annoying driveline vibrations, and maintain long-term serviceability with this genuine Spicer 5-153X 1310 Series Universal Joint. Engineered as a high-durability, original equipment manufacturer (OEM) replacement component, this Outside Snap Ring (OSR) universal joint is designed to safely handle standard rotational torque profiles across a massive variety of classic cars, light trucks, Jeeps, and SUVs.

On lighter-duty trucks, passenger cars, and front 4x4 driveshafts, the 1310 series has long been an industry standard for smooth operation and reliable power delivery. Over high mileage, daily commuting, or exposure to harsh weather conditions, the internal needle rollers inside the u-joint bearing caps experience natural wear and loss of lubrication. A failing universal joint introduces structural slack into your driveshaft assembly, manifesting as a persistent low-frequency chassis shudder under load, a rhythmic squeaking noise at low speeds, or a harsh metal clunking sound when shifting into gear. Replacing a worn joint early helps prevent severe on-road component failure, protecting your transmission tailshaft housing, transfer case, and vehicle undercarriage from expensive secondary damage.

Precision-manufactured by Dana Spicer, the global gold standard in drivetrain technology, the 5-153X is forged from premium-grade alloy steel for outstanding fatigue resistance and torsional rigidity. This classic cross design features an integrated, centralized grease zerk fitting, enabling you to manually flush out old grease, road salt, and environmental grime during routine maintenance intervals. Case-hardened bearing cups house precision needle rollers and robust multi-lip elastomeric rubber seals to maximize lubrication retention while keeping environmental contaminants permanently locked out.

Kit Contents:

• (1) Genuine Spicer 1310 Series Greaseable Universal Joint Cross

• (4) Precision-Ground Bearing Cups with High-Density Needle Rollers

• (4) High-Tensile External Outside Snap Rings

• (1) Thread-In Grease Zerk Fitting

Kit Highlights:

• Fully Maintenance-Greaseable: Equipped with an accessible grease zerk built directly into the cross body, making it easy to purge contaminants and prolong service life during regular oil changes.

• Forged Structural Rigidity: Fabricated from high-tensile alloy steel and heat-treated for maximum grain density, delivering excellent torque capacity under acceleration and everyday payloads.

• Premium Multi-Lip Sealing: Features durable elastomeric cup seals that hold tight under grease gun pressure while maintaining an absolute barrier against water, road brine, and dust.

• Flawless OEM Fitment: Machined to exact factory blueprints to ensure a smooth, vibration-free press-fit into your driveshaft yoke, slip yoke, or pinion flange.

Drivetrain & Series Specifications:

• Yoke Retention Style: Outside Snap Ring (OSR) / External Lock-Up. Fits yokes designed for external retaining clips located on the outer side of the yoke ears.

• Series Identification: 1310 Series Driveline Architecture.

• Bearing Cup Diameter: 1.062 inches (27.0 mm).

• Cap-to-Cap Width: 3.219 inches (81.8 mm).

• Common Applications: Front and rear driveshaft positions on various classic muscle cars, passenger cars, older half-ton pickup trucks, and legendary Jeep models (CJ, Wrangler YJ/TJ/XJ front shafts) running 1310 series yokes.