Moog 238 Universal Joint

MOOG 238 Universal Joint Overview

MOOG 238 is a premium greaseable universal joint built for driveline service on select Ford, Nissan, and Transit applications. It uses four plain round bearings and Super Strength construction to support reliable operation in demanding rear axle, transmission, center bearing, and front axle locations.

With a 1.189-inch bearing cap diameter and 4.186-inch overall length on both axes, this MOOG universal joint is engineered for precise driveline fitment. The greaseable design supports routine maintenance, while MOOG’s problem-solving design focus helps simplify installation on service jobs that call for a direct-fit U-joint replacement.

Key Features

• Part number: MOOG 238 universal joint
• Premium-grade driveline component for service replacement
• Greaseable design for maintenance access
• 4 plain round bearings
• Bearing cap diameter: 1.189 in. / 30.188 mm
• Length axis 1 and axis 2: 4.186 in. / 106.324 mm
• Built for driveline and axle service locations

Fitment and Application Details

Compatible with select Ford E-350 Super Duty, Ford F-150, Ford Transit, Nissan Frontier, Nissan TITAN, and Nissan TITAN XD driveline applications. This part cross-references Ford OE numbers such as 3G3Z4635A and ML3Z4635BA for the same application.

• Fits 2021-2024 Ford E-350 Super Duty, at rear axle
• Fits 2022-2023 Ford F-150, at transmission
• Fits 2020-2023 Nissan Frontier, at transmission
• Fits 2020-2023 Nissan TITAN XD, rear driveshaft at transmission
• Fits 2017-2021 Ford F-150, rear driveshaft at transmission
• Fits 2017-2019 Ford E-350 Super Duty, at transmission
• Fits 2017-2019 Ford E-350 Super Duty, at rear axle
• Fits 2019 Ford Transit-150, at transmission
• Fits 2019 Ford Transit-250, at center bearing
• Fits 2015-2019 Ford Transit-350, at center bearing
• Fits 2019 Ford Transit-350 HD, at center bearing
• Fits 2015-2018 Ford Transit-150, at rear axle
• Fits 2015-2018 Ford Transit-150, at center bearing
• Fits 2015-2018 Ford Transit-250, at rear axle
• Fits 2015-2018 Ford Transit-250, at center bearing
• Fits 2015-2018 Ford Transit-350 HD, at rear axle
• Fits 2015-2018 Ford Transit-350 HD, at center bearing
• Fits 2015-2018 Ford Transit-350 HD, at transmission
• Fits 2017-2018 Nissan TITAN, front driveshaft at front axle
• Fits 2017-2018 Nissan TITAN XD, front driveshaft at front axle
• Fits 2012-2014 Ford E-350 Super Duty, at transmission
• Fits 2013-2014 Ford E-350 Super Duty, at rear axle
• Fits 2013-2014 Ford E-350 Super Duty, at center bearing
• Fits 2013-2014 Ford F-150, at transmission
• Fits 2013-2014 Ford F-150, at rear axle
• Fits 2013-2014 Ford F-150, at center bearing
• Fits 2011-2012 Ford F-150, rear driveshaft at rear axle

What This U-Joint Helps Solve

• Driveline vibration caused by worn bearing caps or excess play
• Clunking or driveline noise during acceleration and deceleration
• Service issues on greaseable Ford F-150 and Ford Transit driveline joints
• Wear-related looseness at transmission, center bearing, rear axle, or front axle locations
• Replacement needs for Nissan Frontier, TITAN, and TITAN XD driveline service

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the driveline position before ordering, since MOOG 238 is used in multiple locations including at transmission, at rear axle, at center bearing, and front driveshaft at front axle applications. Confirm bearing cap diameter and overall length against the original joint before installation. Grease the joint after installation and follow the vehicle service procedure for driveline alignment and retention.

Quality Assurance

MOOG Super Strength universal joints are built with tested materials and a service-focused design approach for dependable driveline repair. The greaseable construction supports ongoing maintenance, and the premium-grade build is intended for consistent performance in demanding axle and driveshaft applications.