Moog 261 Universal Joint

MOOG 261 Universal Joint for Heavy-Duty Driveline Service

The MOOG 261 universal joint is built for driveline repair where consistent movement and dependable fit matter. It uses premium-grade construction with plain round bearing caps and a greaseable design to support serviceable operation in demanding truck applications.

Key Features

• Part number 261 universal joint for driveline and axle service
• Premium grade construction for heavy-duty use
• Greaseable design for routine maintenance
• 4 plain round bearings
• Bearing cap diameter: 1.375 in. / 34.93 mm
• Length axis 1 and axis 2: 4.967 in. / 126.162 mm
• Fits Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, rear driveline service at transmission applications
• Fits Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD, rear driveshaft at rear axle applications
• Fits GMC Sierra 2500 HD, rear driveshaft at support bearing applications
• Fits GMC Sierra 3500 HD, at transmission applications

Detailed Description

MOOG 261 is a universal joint for drive shaft and axle service in select 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD and Silverado 3500 HD, plus 2020-2022 GMC Sierra 2500 HD and Sierra 3500 HD applications. The joint measures 4.967 inches on both axes and uses 1.375-inch bearing caps, making it a direct-fit driveline service part for the listed positions. MOOG’s Super Strength construction focuses on durable materials and tested performance, while the greaseable design supports ongoing maintenance after installation. This part cross-references Dorman - HELP 20089 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Driveline vibration from worn universal joint bearings
• Clunking or driveline lash during acceleration or shifting
• Need for serviceable grease points on a replacement U-joint
• Wear at the transmission, rear axle, or support bearing connection points
• Restoration of smooth driveshaft articulation in heavy-duty trucks

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle position before ordering, since this part is listed for at transmission, rear driveshaft at rear axle, and rear driveshaft at support bearing applications. Verify bearing cap diameter and overall length against the removed joint before installation. Clean the yoke bores thoroughly, inspect the driveshaft and retaining hardware for wear, and grease the joint after installation if required by your service procedure. For fitment-specific searches, this MOOG 261 universal joint is listed for 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD, 2020-2022 GMC Sierra 2500 HD, and 2020-2022 GMC Sierra 3500 HD.

Quality Assurance

MOOG backs this universal joint with tested materials and problem-solving design features aimed at reliable driveline service and easier installation. The premium-grade construction and greaseable layout support long-term maintenance on the listed Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra applications.