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09/2023: Understanding Monobloc CV Axle Tube Technology

09/2023: Understanding Monobloc CV Axle Tube Technology

Understanding Monobloc CV Axle Tube Technology SUV’s and CUV’s now dominate the market today and their drivetrains are more complex with signifcantly more horsepower than just a decade ago. So, it stands to reason CV Axle technology has also evolved to handle today’s...

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08/2022: TrakMotive Expanded New Drive Shaft Program

08/2022: TrakMotive Expanded New Drive Shaft Program

TrakMotive Expanded New Drive Shaft Program TrakMotive® continues its commitment in providing leading market coverage to help maximize your sales opportunities. This includes our New Drive Shaft program that has been recently expanded to 534 SKUs, accounting for over...

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02/2019: Practical Solutions to Common CV Axle Problems

02/2019: Practical Solutions to Common CV Axle Problems

Practical Solutions to Common CV Axle Problems OEM Axle Bearing BracketsProblem: Some OEM axle bearing brackets are prone to failure because they are made of low-density aluminum and prone to breakage when being pressed onto a new axle bearing. Solution: TrakMotive...

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11/2018: TrakMotive Addressing Common CV Axle Issues

11/2018: TrakMotive Addressing Common CV Axle Issues

Removal & Installation Issues Removal Problem: Prying and striking the axle during removal often causes the circlip to become caught and damages both the axle and transmission splines. Solution: Use a CV removal tool that attaches to a slide hammer is the best...

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11/2018: Addressing Subaru HD Axle OE Binding Issues

11/2018: Addressing Subaru HD Axle OE Binding Issues

TrakMotive™ Subaru HD Axles Solve OE Binding Issues Problem: The original OE design relies on the inboard and outboard joint to provide all linear travel for the axle. However this axle design will often create a binding issue when installed on vehicles where the...

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04/2018: A Visual Look At CV Axle Joints

04/2018: A Visual Look At CV Axle Joints

A Visual Look At CV Axle Joints A New CV Axle is the Best Replacement Practice to Ensure Proper Fit & Long Lasting Performance CV joint housings are typically forged from iron billets. After the joint is machined, induction heat treating is used to harden wear...

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6/2016: Tech Bulletin—CV Axle Installation Tips

6/2016: Tech Bulletin—CV Axle Installation Tips

Tip #1 Prior to installation, make sure to physically match the replacement unit with the original unit. Sometimes replacement units may not appear the same as the original unit, but will function properly. Pay close attention to: a. Overall compressed length b. Inner...

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