Dana Spicer 5-3242X Universal Joint - Rear Driveshaft at Rear Axle or Rear Driveshaft at Transmission

Dana Spicer 5-3242X Universal Joint Overview

The Dana Spicer 5-3242X is a greaseable ISR-style universal joint for classic driveline service. Built with steel construction, internal snap rings, and 1.000-inch bearing caps, it is specified for rear driveshaft applications at the transmission or rear axle on select Ford, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac vehicles.

For buyers searching for a Dana Spicer universal joint for a 1964-1966 Ford Mustang rear driveshaft at transmission, this part number 5-3242X matches the listed ISR-style dimensions and service features. It is also cross-referenced to common aftermarket numbers used in the same application.

Key Features

• Brand: Dana Spicer FSGR
• Part number: 5-3242X
• ISR style universal joint with internal snap rings
• Greaseable design with one straight lube fitting in the cross
• Steel construction for driveline service
• 1.000-inch bearing cap diameter on both sides
• 2.342-inch cap-to-cap length on both axes
• OEM series: Mechanics 2
• Snap ring included

Product Details

Dana Spicer designs, engineers, tests, and manufactures driveline components as a matched process, which helps maintain consistent fit and performance in service. The 5-3242X universal joint uses round bearing caps, ISR cap type on both sides, and a grease fitting located in the cross for routine lubrication. Its dimensions and internal snap ring design make it a direct-match service part for listed rear driveshaft positions on classic Ford Mustang, Oldsmobile Cutlass, Oldsmobile 88 and 98, Pontiac Catalina, and 1955 Ford Thunderbird applications.

This part cross-references MOOG Driveline Products 507 and SKF UJ507 for the same application.

Common Uses

• Eliminates driveline vibration caused by worn universal joint bearings
• Restores smooth torque transfer in rear driveshaft service
• Addresses looseness or clunking at the transmission end of the driveshaft
• Replaces worn joints in rear axle or transmission-side driveline positions
• Supports service on greaseable classic-car driveline assemblies

Installation Notes

Verify bearing cap diameter, cap-to-cap length, and snap ring style before installation. This part uses internal snap rings and includes a grease fitting in the cross, so the driveshaft should be assembled with the correct orientation for lubrication access. Confirm the vehicle position listed in the fitment data before ordering, especially for rear driveshaft at transmission or rear axle applications.

• Fits 1964-1966 Ford Mustang, rear driveshaft at transmission, greaseable; with inside snap rings; FSGR
• Fits 1961-1963 Oldsmobile Cutlass, rear driveshaft at transmission, fitment: universal joint with grease fitting; FSGR
• Fits 1961-1963 Oldsmobile Cutlass, rear driveshaft at rear axle, fitment: universal joint with grease fitting; FSGR
• Fits 1954-1956 Oldsmobile 88, rear driveshaft at transmission, fitment: universal joint with grease fitting; FSGR
• Fits 1950 Oldsmobile 88, rear driveshaft at transmission, fitment: universal joint with grease fitting; FSGR
• Fits 1950-1956 Oldsmobile 98, rear driveshaft at transmission, fitment: universal joint with grease fitting; FSGR
• Fits 1955 Ford Thunderbird, rear driveshaft at transmission, fitment: universal joint with grease fitting; FSGR
• Fits 1954-1955 Pontiac Catalina, rear driveshaft at transmission, fitment: universal joint with grease fitting; FSGR
• Fits 1950-1952 Pontiac Catalina, rear driveshaft at transmission, fitment: universal joint with grease fitting; FSGR
• Fits 1953 Pontiac Catalina, rear driveshaft at transmission, except Powerglide; greaseable; FSGR

Quality Assurance

Spicer components are engineered through Dana’s integrated design, testing, and manufacturing process to maintain consistent driveline specifications. The 5-3242X is built to the listed OEM-series dimensions and service configuration for dependable replacement in the applications shown.