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SKF UJ255 Universal Joint - Rear
| Brand | SKF UJ255 |
|---|---|
| Position | Rear |
| Fits | Ford and Mercury · 108 vehicles |
Forged alloy steel cross. Built for superior wear and load-carrying strength.
Case-hardened steel caps. Precision-ground for extreme durability.
Pre-lubricated design. Packed with high-temperature grease for long service life.
Cross-references Autolite 255, 1-4635BF and 45U0142 for the same application. See all 3.
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SKF UJ255 Universal Joint for Rear Drive Shafts
The SKF UJ255 is a rear drive shaft universal joint built for Ford and Mercury applications that need precise fitment and durable service. It uses forged alloy steel, hardened bearing caps, and grease-retaining seals to support driveline movement in high-load conditions.
Key Features
- Forged hardened alloy steel cross section for wear resistance
- Forged steel bearing caps that are case hardened and precision ground
- High-carbon steel needle bearings with thru-hardened construction for load capacity
- Nitrile rubber cap seals for grease retention and contaminant exclusion
- Pre-lubricated with high-temperature grease for broad operating temperature coverage
- Bearing cap type: (2) grooved and (2) plain round
- Bearing cap diameters: 1.063 in. and 1.125 in.
Detailed Description
SKF UJ255 is a Brute Force universal joint engineered for rear driveline service where consistent articulation and grease retention matter. This part number is used across a wide range of Ford Mustang, Ford Pinto, Ford LTD, Mercury Cougar, and Mercury Montego rear applications, including several high-stress driveline setups that call for easy grease maintenance. The UJ255 cross-references Autolite 255 and other listed interchange numbers for the same application.
Built with a forged alloy steel cross, hardened and ground steel caps, and high-carbon needle bearings, the SKF UJ255 is specified for driveline service where wear control and load handling are important. The pre-lubricated design and nitrile seals help maintain grease inside the joint while keeping contaminants out.
Vehicle Fitment
- Fits 1986-1989 Ford Aerostar, rear
- Fits 1978-1980 Mercury Monarch, rear
- Fits 1971-1979 Ford Pinto, rear
- Fits 1975-1979 Mercury Bobcat, rear
- Fits 1975-1978 Ford E-100 Econoline, rear, w/ 2 Joint Shaft & 124" Wheel Base; Brute Force Greaseable
- Fits 1975-1978 Ford E-100 Econoline Club Wagon, rear, w/ 2 Joint Shaft & 124" Wheel Base; Brute Force Greaseable
- Fits 1975-1978 Ford E-150 Econoline, rear, w/ 2 Joint Shaft & 124" Wheel Base; Brute Force Greaseable
- Fits 1975-1978 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon, rear, w/ 2 Joint Shaft & 124" Wheel Base; Brute Force Greaseable
- Fits 1978 Ford Fairmont, rear, Fairmont; Brute Force Greaseable
- Fits 1978 Ford LTD, rear, Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance
- Fits 1965 Ford LTD, rear, Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance
- Fits 1975-1978 Ford LTD, rear, 3.5" Yoke; Brute Force Greaseable
- Fits 1977-1978 Mercury Grand Marquis, rear, w/ 3.5" Yoke; Brute Force Greaseable
- Fits 1977-1978 Mercury Marquis, rear, w/ 3.5" Yoke; Brute Force Greaseable
- Fits 1975-1977 Mercury Monarch, rear, w/ 3.5" Yoke; Brute Force Greaseable
- Fits 1975-1976 Mercury Cougar, rear, Cougar w/ 351 Eng. & C4 Trans.; Brute Force Greaseable
- Fits 1975-1976 Mercury Montego, rear, w/ 351 Modified Eng.; Brute Force Greaseable
- Fits 1975-1976 Mercury Montego, rear, w/ 351 Windsor Eng.; Brute Force Greaseable
- Fits 1975-1976 Mercury Montego, rear, Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance
- Fits 1966-1974 Ford LTD, rear, w/ 3.5" Yoke; Brute Force Greaseable
- Fits 1968-1974 Mercury Montego, rear, w/ 3.5" Yoke; Brute Force Greaseable
- Fits 1970-1973 Ford Mustang, rear, w/ 3.5" Yoke; Brute Force Greaseable
- Fits 1973 Mercury Cougar, rear, Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance
- Fits 1967-1968 Mercury Cougar, rear, Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance
- Fits 1968-1969 Ford Mustang, rear, Exc. 3 Spd. Man. Trans.; Brute Force Greaseable
- Fits 1968-1969 Ford Mustang, rear, Mustang w/ 250, 289, 302 & 351 Engs.; Brute Force Greaseable
- Fits 1969 Mercury Cougar, rear, Cougar w/ Std. 302 & 351 Engs.; Brute Force Greaseable
- Fits 1967 Ford Mustang, rear, Mustang w/ 200 Eng. & Auto. Trans.; Brute Force Greaseable
- Fits 1967 Ford Mustang, rear, Mustang w/ 289 Eng.; Brute Force Greaseable
- Fits 1964-1966 Ford Mustang, rear, Outer Lock Rings; Brute Force Greaseable
- Fits 1965 Mercury Colony Park, rear, w/ 3.5" Yoke; Brute Force Greaseable
- Fits 1965 Mercury Marauder, rear, w/ 3.5" Yoke; Brute Force Greaseable
- Fits 1961-1963 Mercury Colony Park, rear, Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance
- Fits 1963 Mercury Marauder, rear, Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance
Common Uses
- Replacing a worn rear universal joint that causes driveline vibration
- Addressing clunking or clicking from the driveshaft area
- Restoring smooth power transfer in Ford Mustang and Mercury Cougar rear driveline service
- Servicing greaseable joints on older Ford and Mercury rear axle applications
- Correcting looseness or binding in high-mileage driveshaft assemblies
Installation Notes
Verify bearing cap diameter and yoke style before installation. The UJ255 is specified for rear applications and should be matched to the vehicle’s driveshaft configuration, including notes such as 3.5" yoke, outer lock rings, or 124" wheel base where listed. Clean the yoke bores thoroughly, pack the joint with the supplied grease if additional service is required, and confirm smooth articulation after assembly.
Quality Assurance
SKF Brute Force universal joints are built with hardened steel components, precision-ground caps, and grease-retaining seals to support long service life in driveline use. The UJ255 is engineered for demanding rear shaft applications and is pre-lubricated with high-temperature grease for broad operating temperature coverage.
This part fits 108 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
| Year | Make | Model | Drive Type | Transmission | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Ford | Aerostar | RWD | — | — | — | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1988 | Ford | Aerostar | RWD | — | — | — | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1987 | Ford | Aerostar | RWD | — | — | — | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1986 | Ford | Aerostar | RWD | — | — | — | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1980 | Mercury | Monarch | — | — | — | — | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1979 | Ford | Pinto | — | — | — | — | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1979 | Mercury | Bobcat | — | — | — | — | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1979 | Mercury | Monarch | — | — | — | — | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1978 | Ford | E-100 Econoline | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 2 Joint Shaft & 124" Wheel Base:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1978 | Ford | E-100 Econoline Club Wagon | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 2 Joint Shaft & 124" Wheel Base:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1978 | Ford | E-150 Econoline | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 2 Joint Shaft & 124" Wheel Base:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1978 | Ford | E-150 Econoline Club Wagon | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 2 Joint Shaft & 124" Wheel Base:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1978 | Ford | Fairmont | — | — | — | — | Rear | Fairmont:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1978 | Ford | LTD | — | — | 5.0L | V8 | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1978 | Ford | LTD | — | — | 5.8L | V8 | Rear | 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1978 | Ford | Pinto | — | — | — | — | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1978 | Mercury | Bobcat | — | — | — | — | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1978 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1978 | Mercury | Marquis | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1978 | Mercury | Monarch | — | — | — | — | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1977 | Ford | E-100 Econoline | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 2 Joint Shaft & 124" Wheel Base:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1977 | Ford | E-100 Econoline Club Wagon | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 2 Joint Shaft & 124" Wheel Base:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1977 | Ford | E-150 Econoline | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 2 Joint Shaft & 124" Wheel Base:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1977 | Ford | E-150 Econoline Club Wagon | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 2 Joint Shaft & 124" Wheel Base:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1977 | Ford | LTD | — | — | 5.8L | V8 | Rear | 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1977 | Ford | Pinto | — | — | — | — | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1977 | Mercury | Bobcat | — | — | — | — | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1977 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1977 | Mercury | Marquis | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1977 | Mercury | Monarch | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1976 | Ford | E-100 Econoline | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 2 Joint Shaft & 124" Wheel Base:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1976 | Ford | E-100 Econoline Club Wagon | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 2 Joint Shaft & 124" Wheel Base:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1976 | Ford | E-150 Econoline | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 2 Joint Shaft & 124" Wheel Base:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1976 | Ford | E-150 Econoline Club Wagon | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 2 Joint Shaft & 124" Wheel Base:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1976 | Ford | LTD | — | — | 5.8L | V8 | Rear | 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1976 | Ford | Pinto | — | — | — | — | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1976 | Mercury | Bobcat | — | — | — | — | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1976 | Mercury | Cougar | — | — | 5.8L | V8 | Rear | Cougar w/ 351 Eng. & C4 Trans.:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1976 | Mercury | Monarch | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1976 | Mercury | Montego | — | — | 5.8L | V8 | Rear | w/ 351 Modified Eng.:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1976 | Mercury | Montego | — | — | 5.8L | V8 | Rear | w/ 351 Windsor Eng.:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1976 | Mercury | Montego | — | — | 6.6L | V8 | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1975 | Ford | E-100 Econoline | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 2 Joint Shaft & 124" Wheel Base:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1975 | Ford | E-100 Econoline Club Wagon | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 2 Joint Shaft & 124" Wheel Base:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1975 | Ford | E-150 Econoline | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 2 Joint Shaft & 124" Wheel Base:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1975 | Ford | E-150 Econoline Club Wagon | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 2 Joint Shaft & 124" Wheel Base:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1975 | Ford | LTD | — | — | 5.8L | V8 | Rear | 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1975 | Ford | Pinto | — | — | — | — | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1975 | Mercury | Bobcat | — | — | — | — | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1975 | Mercury | Cougar | — | — | 5.8L | V8 | Rear | Cougar w/ 351 Eng. & C4 Trans.:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1975 | Mercury | Monarch | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1975 | Mercury | Montego | — | — | 5.8L | V8 | Rear | w/ 351 Modified Eng.:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1975 | Mercury | Montego | — | — | 5.8L | V8 | Rear | w/ 351 Windsor Eng.:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1975 | Mercury | Montego | — | — | 6.6L | V8 | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1974 | Ford | LTD | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1974 | Ford | Pinto | — | — | — | — | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1974 | Mercury | Montego | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1973 | Ford | LTD | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1973 | Ford | Mustang | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1973 | Ford | Pinto | — | — | — | — | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1973 | Mercury | Cougar | — | — | — | — | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1973 | Mercury | Montego | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1972 | Ford | LTD | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1972 | Ford | Mustang | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1972 | Ford | Pinto | — | — | — | — | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1972 | Mercury | Montego | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1971 | Ford | LTD | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1971 | Ford | Mustang | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1971 | Ford | Pinto | — | — | — | — | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1971 | Mercury | Montego | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1970 | Ford | LTD | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1970 | Ford | Mustang | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1970 | Mercury | Montego | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1969 | Ford | LTD | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1969 | Ford | Mustang | — | — | 3.3L | L6 | Rear | Exc. 3 Spd. Man. Trans.:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1969 | Ford | Mustang | — | — | 4.1L | L6 | Rear | Mustang w/ 250, 289, 302 & 351 Engs.:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1969 | Ford | Mustang | — | — | — | — | Rear | Mustang w/ 250, 289, 302 & 351 Engs.:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1969 | Mercury | Cougar | — | — | — | — | Rear | Cougar w/ Std. 302 & 351 Engs.:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1969 | Mercury | Montego | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1968 | Ford | LTD | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1968 | Ford | Mustang | — | — | 3.3L | L6 | Rear | Exc. 3 Spd. Man. Trans.:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1968 | Ford | Mustang | — | — | — | — | Rear | Mustang w/ 250, 289, 302 & 351 Engs.:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1968 | Ford | Mustang | — | — | 4.7L | V8 | Rear | Mustang w/ 250, 289, 302 & 351 Engs.:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1968 | Mercury | Cougar | — | — | 4.7L | V8 | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1968 | Mercury | Cougar | — | — | — | — | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1968 | Mercury | Montego | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1967 | Ford | LTD | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1967 | Ford | Mustang | — | Automatic | 3.3L | L6 | Rear | Mustang w/ 200 Eng. & Auto. Trans.:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1967 | Ford | Mustang | — | — | 4.7L | V8 | Rear | Mustang w/ 289 Eng.:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1967 | Mercury | Cougar | — | — | 4.7L | V8 | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1966 | Ford | LTD | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1966 | Ford | Mustang | — | — | 3.3L | L6 | Rear | Outer Lock Rings:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1966 | Ford | Mustang | — | — | 4.7L | V8 | Rear | Outer Lock Rings:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1965 | Ford | LTD | — | — | 3.9L | L6 | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1965 | Ford | LTD | — | — | 4.7L | V8 | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1965 | Ford | LTD | — | — | 5.8L | V8 | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1965 | Ford | Mustang | — | — | 3.3L | L6 | Rear | Outer Lock Rings:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1965 | Ford | Mustang | — | — | 4.3L | V8 | Rear | Outer Lock Rings:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1965 | Ford | Mustang | — | — | 4.7L | V8 | Rear | Outer Lock Rings:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1965 | Mercury | Colony Park | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1965 | Mercury | Marauder | — | — | — | — | Rear | w/ 3.5" Yoke:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1964 | Ford | Mustang | — | — | 3.3L | L6 | Rear | Outer Lock Rings:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1964 | Ford | Mustang | — | — | 4.3L | V8 | Rear | Outer Lock Rings:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1964 | Ford | Mustang | — | — | 4.7L | V8 | Rear | Outer Lock Rings:; Brute Force Greaseable |
| 1963 | Mercury | Colony Park | — | — | — | — | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1963 | Mercury | Marauder | — | — | — | — | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1962 | Mercury | Colony Park | — | — | — | — | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
| 1961 | Mercury | Colony Park | — | — | — | — | Rear | Universal Joint for high-stress applications with easy grease maintenance |
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Directly replaces or cross-references 3 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Autolite — 2551-4635BF45U0142