3.4.8. Driveshafts

The majority of universal hinges does not demand service. The reserve of lubricant is enough for all service life.

Fig. 3.160. Driveshaft details: 1 – driveshaft No. 1; 2 – driveshaft No. 2; 3 – viscosity coupling; 4 – bolt of the driveshaft No. 1; 5 – central bolt of fastening; 6 – nut of the central support; 7 – bolt of the driveshaft No. 2

If the universal hinge begins to rustle or wears out, it needs to be replaced.

The driveshaft is balanced. Treat it accurately so that balancing was not broken.

Viskomufta provides optimum distribution of torque between forward and back wheels according to traffic conditions. It is located on the center of the driveshaft.