{"product_id":"gmb-261-0617-double-cardan-cv-ball-kit","title":"GMB 261-0617 Double Cardan CV Ball Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDouble Cardan CV Ball Kit for Driveline Service\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGMB 261-0617 double cardan CV ball kit for driveline and axle service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOEM standard item grade with machined bearing cap finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased design for ready-to-install service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChrome-molybdenum steel universal joint cross material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNitrile rubber seal material with rubber seal finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo grease zerks included and non-greasable design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits applications including Dodge Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Ram 3500, Ford F-250 Super Duty, and Jeep Wrangler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment and Application Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references MOOG Driveline Products 617 and SKF UJ617 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2011-2012 Ram 3500, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2009-2010 Dodge Ram 2500, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2005-2006 Dodge Ram 2500, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1994-2002 Dodge Ram 2500, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 3500, N\/A, 1.125\" Bearing Cap Diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 3500, N\/A, 1.188\" Bearing Cap Diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 1500, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1994-2001 Dodge Ram 1500, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2008 Dodge Ram 2500, N\/A, 1.188\" Bearing Cap Diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1994-2006 Dodge Ram 3500, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2003-2006 Jeep Wrangler, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2002-2005 Ford Excursion, N\/A, 3.622\" Outside Lock-Up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2002-2005 Ford Excursion, N\/A, 3.624\" Outside Lock-Up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2004 Dodge Ram 2500, N\/A, Dana 1330 Axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1999-2004 Ford F-250 Super Duty, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1999-2004 Ford F-350 Super Duty, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2002-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2000-2001 Ford Excursion, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1992-2001 Jeep Cherokee, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1987-2000 Dodge Dakota, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1998-2000 Dodge Durango, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1989-1997 Ford Ranger, N\/A, 2 Joint Driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1996-1997 Mazda B4000, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1991-1996 Ford Bronco, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1996 Mazda B2300, N\/A, 2 Joint Driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1995-1996 Mazda B3000, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1995 Mazda B2300, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1994-1995 Mazda B4000, N\/A, 2 Joint Driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1994 Mazda B3000, N\/A, 2 Joint Driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1988-1992 Lincoln Mark VII, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1991-1992 Mazda Navajo, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1985-1990 Ford Bronco II, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Service Issues\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn or noisy double cardan CV ball assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration caused by joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or rough CV joint movement during acceleration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService replacement for damaged OEM-style driveline components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoration of proper driveline articulation in compatible Ram, Ford, Jeep, and Mazda applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGMB 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GMB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43920467755189,"sku":"BFBQ-261-0617","price":38.01,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/G6_2610617_Fro_706a56cf-7eff-4138-9226-a4235f25fd8d.jpg?v=1775004392","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/gmb-261-0617-double-cardan-cv-ball-kit","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}