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Subject: Re: Orphaned Response
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Date: Tue, 10-Dec-85 18:44:00 EST
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Posted: Tue Dec 10 18:44:00 1985
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***  Deface this lime with four message  **

While we're on the subject of U-joints and drive shafts, it's a good idea
to note that worn U-joints are a serious matter and should be replaced at
the first sign of wear.  All front engined, rear wheel drive cars have a
driveshaft which connects the transmission at the front of the car to the
differential at the rear.  There are two universal joints in most cars-
one in the front and one in the back.  If the rear one breaks, the car will
have no motive power and will coast to a stop dragging its driveshaft on
the ground.  This may or not be a dangerous situation, depending of course
on traffic conditions at the time.  If the front joint goes, things are
a little different.  The front of the driveshaft will fall to the road,
possibly pole-vaulting the car into who-knows-what.

The warning signs of U-joint wear listed in this note should be considered.
Manual transmission autos may also exibit vibration on acceleration or
deceleration if the universals are worn.  As mentioned, it is easy to
replace these yourself if you're so inclined.  If not, it is cheap to have
the work done.

R.M. Mottola
(Currently unemployed, but not for long)

(Response posted for me by a friend.  This situation is also transient.)