GMB 261-0617 Double Cardan CV Ball Kit

Double Cardan CV Ball Kit for Driveline Service

The GMB 261-0617 double cardan CV ball kit is built for driveline service on a wide range of Dodge, Ford, Jeep, Mazda, and Ram applications. Manufactured to meet or exceed OEM specifications, it uses an OEM standard grade with a chrome-molybdenum steel universal joint cross, pre-greased construction, and nitrile rubber seals for dependable service.

• GMB 261-0617 double cardan CV ball kit for driveline and axle service
• OEM standard item grade with machined bearing cap finish
• Pre-greased design for ready-to-install service
• Chrome-molybdenum steel universal joint cross material
• Nitrile rubber seal material with rubber seal finish
• No grease zerks included and non-greasable design
• Fits applications including Dodge Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Ram 3500, Ford F-250 Super Duty, and Jeep Wrangler

Fitment and Application Details

This double cardan CV ball kit is used in driveline service where the CV joint assembly needs renewed bearing support and smoother rotational movement. It is a direct-fit service part for many Ram, Ford Super Duty, Jeep, and Mazda driveline applications, including long-tail searches such as GMB 261-0617 for Dodge Ram 2500 driveline repair and double cardan CV ball kit for Ford F-350 Super Duty service.

This part cross-references MOOG Driveline Products 617 and SKF UJ617 for the same application.

• Fits 2011-2012 Ram 3500, N/A
• Fits 2009-2010 Dodge Ram 2500, N/A
• Fits 2005-2006 Dodge Ram 2500, N/A
• Fits 1994-2002 Dodge Ram 2500, N/A
• Fits 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 3500, N/A, 1.125" Bearing Cap Diameter
• Fits 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 3500, N/A, 1.188" Bearing Cap Diameter
• Fits 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 1500, N/A
• Fits 1994-2001 Dodge Ram 1500, N/A
• Fits 2008 Dodge Ram 2500, N/A, 1.188" Bearing Cap Diameter
• Fits 1994-2006 Dodge Ram 3500, N/A
• Fits 2003-2006 Jeep Wrangler, N/A
• Fits 2002-2005 Ford Excursion, N/A, 3.622" Outside Lock-Up
• Fits 2002-2005 Ford Excursion, N/A, 3.624" Outside Lock-Up
• Fits 2004 Dodge Ram 2500, N/A, Dana 1330 Axle
• Fits 1999-2004 Ford F-250 Super Duty, N/A
• Fits 1999-2004 Ford F-350 Super Duty, N/A
• Fits 2002-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee, N/A
• Fits 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee, N/A
• Fits 2000-2001 Ford Excursion, N/A
• Fits 1992-2001 Jeep Cherokee, N/A
• Fits 1987-2000 Dodge Dakota, N/A
• Fits 1998-2000 Dodge Durango, N/A
• Fits 1989-1997 Ford Ranger, N/A, 2 Joint Driveshaft
• Fits 1996-1997 Mazda B4000, N/A
• Fits 1991-1996 Ford Bronco, N/A
• Fits 1996 Mazda B2300, N/A, 2 Joint Driveshaft
• Fits 1995-1996 Mazda B3000, N/A
• Fits 1995 Mazda B2300, N/A
• Fits 1994-1995 Mazda B4000, N/A, 2 Joint Driveshaft
• Fits 1994 Mazda B3000, N/A, 2 Joint Driveshaft
• Fits 1988-1992 Lincoln Mark VII, N/A
• Fits 1991-1992 Mazda Navajo, N/A
• Fits 1985-1990 Ford Bronco II, N/A

Common Service Issues

• Worn or noisy double cardan CV ball assembly
• Driveline vibration caused by joint wear
• Loose or rough CV joint movement during acceleration
• Service replacement for damaged OEM-style driveline components
• Restoration of proper driveline articulation in compatible Ram, Ford, Jeep, and Mazda applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify bearing cap diameter and lock-up style before installation, especially on Dodge Ram 3500 and Ford Excursion applications with listed configuration notes. Confirm the driveline uses a double cardan CV ball service setup and match the vehicle-specific fitment exactly, including notes such as Dana 1330 axle or 2 joint driveshaft where listed. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly and inspect the surrounding driveline components for wear before reassembly.

Quality Assurance

GMB manufactures this kit to meet or exceed OEM specifications. The part is built to OEM standard expectations with machined bearing caps, pre-greased internals, and chrome-molybdenum steel construction for service-focused driveline repair.