97 TJ rear driveshaft

[Hoyas 011]

I purchased a 1997 TJ Wrangler with a two inch lift and 32 inch BF Goodrich and for some reason the universal joint in my rear draft shaft always breaks within a two week period.

 

[Bounty__Hunter]

Check the yoke and make sure it is in good condition, and be sure the ujoint isn't pressed in too tightly. The ujoint should move smoothly with very little resistance.

 

[SteelHeadz]

Also, while your at it, check your lateral arm bushings. Sometimes when they wear out, it allows the pinion of the axle to tweak further than whats allowed under torque and cause a premature failure on the u-joints..

 

[Hoyas 011]

I was curious if I should replace the yoke with an heavier duty yoke.

 

[Bounty__Hunter]

If possible, replace the stock strap-type yoke with a yoke designed for ubolts. They sell them at Jeep Parts, Jeep Accessories, & Jeep Tops ? Jeep Lift Kits & Wrangler Parts by 4 Wheel Drive Hardware ? Your Jeep Parts Source* .