Moog 275 Universal Joint

MOOG 275 Universal Joint Overview

The MOOG 275 universal joint is a greaseable driveline service part built for Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications that use a Spicer 1310 x 1330 OE series interface. It features 4 round plain bearings, a flush-type lube fitting in the bearing, and matching 1.063-inch bearing diameters for consistent driveline service.

For Ford F-100, Ford F-150, Ford F-250, Ford F-350, Thunderbird, Lincoln Continental, and Mercury Colony Park applications, this part number 275 is a direct-fit solution for multiple driveshaft positions, including transmission, center bearing, rear axle, and transfer case locations.

Key Features

• MOOG Super Strength universal joint construction
• Part number 275 for driveline and axle service
• Greaseable design with flush-type lube fitting in the bearing
• 4 round plain bearings for OE-style fitment
• 1.063-inch bearing cap diameter on both axes
• Length A: 3.22 in. (81.7 mm); Length B: 3.62 in. (91.9 mm)
• OE series: Spicer 1310 x 1330
• Cross-reference part numbers: 45U0146 and 2154134

Detailed Description

MOOG 275 is engineered for driveline repair where a greaseable universal joint is required. The round plain bearing design, matched cap diameters, and outside-of-bearing length measurements support accurate replacement in older Ford truck and passenger vehicle driveline assemblies. This part number 275 is commonly selected for Ford F-250 and Ford F-150 service work where the application calls for a combination U-joint at the transmission, rear axle, center bearing, or transfer case.

Compatible With 1977-1978 Ford F-100, At Transmission; 1977-1978 Ford F-150, At Center Bearing, At Transmission, and At Rear Axle; 1975 Ford F-150, At Center Bearing and At Rear Axle; 1973-1977 Ford F-250, Intermediate Shaft, Front Driveshaft, Rear Driveshaft, At Transmission, At Transfer Case, At Rear Axle, and At Center Bearing; 1967-1974 Ford F-350, At Rear Axle and At Center Bearing; 1962 Ford Thunderbird, At Rear Axle; 1961-1962 Lincoln Continental, At Rear Axle; and 1960 Mercury Colony Park, At Rear Axle.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Driveline vibration from worn U-joint bearings
• Clunking or driveline lash during acceleration and deceleration
• Need for a serviceable greaseable replacement during maintenance
• Loose or noisy universal joint movement in the driveshaft
• Replacement of a worn combination U-joint in supported Ford applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the OE series, bearing cap diameter, and length measurements before installation. This MOOG 275 universal joint is specified with 4 round plain bearings and a flush-type lube fitting in the bearing, so access for greasing should be considered during service. Confirm the driveshaft position and application notes carefully, especially on Ford F-250 models with PART TIME or FULL TIME transfer case configurations and on vehicles with combination U-joint requirements.

Quality Assurance

MOOG backs this universal joint with superior materials and rigorous testing to support reliable driveline performance. The brand’s problem-solving design approach is aimed at making replacement straightforward while maintaining consistent service quality.