In a message dated 96-02-05 16:12:31 EST, steveh@emu.com (Steve Hoge) writes:

>Anybody know if the U-joint is really a replaceable and available part,
>and if there's an OEM equivalent?  Alternatively, has anybody out there
>who has replaced their driveshaft know the part number and/or cost of a
>new one?  (Or got the old one still hanging around with a U-joint left
>on it ;-) ?  No doubt these are hard-to-find items at *any* price.
>
>

A good driveshaft shop can get you the U-Joint. I can also get them for about
$35.00 ea.  The shaft may have to be balanced and the u-joints may have to be
shimmed to maintain concentricity. The balkance problem is a difficult one
and explains why this is not considered a serviceable part.  I have had
experiences where the only cure to the wierd vibrations was to repalce the
driveshaft.  Good luck.  There is no problem operationg te Van with the shaft
removed>
Dennis.