Description
Part 2-40-1701-2U is a series stub & midship shaft from Universal Driveshafts, engineered to OEM tolerances for reliable drivetrain performance. In stock and available for fast shipping.
2-40-1701-2U: Series Stub & Midship Shaft -- Drivetrain Component Guide
The drivetrain has no redundant load paths -- every torque-carrying component must perform correctly or the system fails. The 2-40-1701-2U is the stub & midship shaft position in that load chain for series applications, providing series with forged construction and production-controlled tolerances.
Specification Data
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Style | Slip |
| Butt Dia | 1.766 |
| Material | Steel |
| Brand | UDS |
| Part Number | 2-40-1701-2U |
Failure Modes and Prevention
A worn stub & midship shaft typically presents as vibration at certain speed ranges, a clunk on throttle engagement, or visible play when you grab the driveshaft near the yoke and rock it. Left unaddressed, it accelerates u-joint wear, can score the output shaft seal contact area, and in severe cases causes shaft separation. Replacing the 2-40-1701-2U as part of a scheduled drivetrain refresh -- rather than waiting for failure -- is the lower-cost strategy in the long run.
Fitment Checklist
- Series -- verified against this part before ordering
- Series u-joint cross in service or on order for this shaft end
- Mating component (output shaft / companion flange) in serviceable condition
- Retaining hardware (snap rings, strap bolts, or flange bolts as applicable) renewed if previously heat-cycled
- Shaft balance acceptable after installation -- road test confirms this
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| Tube dia | 2.000 |
|---|---|
| Tube wall | 0.120 |
| Butt dia | 1.766 |
| Splines length | 6.000 |
| End to weld | 7.750 |
| Class | LD |
| Brand | UDS |
| Partn number | 2-40-1701-2 |
| Splines count dia | 16 X 1.375 |
| Style | Slip |
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