SKF UJ458C Universal Joint

SKF UJ458C Universal Joint for Aluminum Drive Shafts

SKF UJ458C is a universal joint built for driveline service on select Dodge trucks and vans with aluminum drive shafts. It uses a mixed bearing cap design with grooved and plain round caps, along with 1.125-inch and 1.063-inch bearing cap diameters for the specified applications.

Key Features

• Universal joint for drive shaft and driveline repair
• Bearing cap type: (2) grooved and (2) plain round
• Bearing cap axis 1 diameter: 1.125 in.
• Bearing cap axis 2 diameter: 1.063 in.
• Manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment specifications
• Built from premium materials for long service life and safety

Detailed Description

The SKF UJ458C universal joint is engineered for vehicles that use aluminum drive shaft assemblies, including many Dodge Ram, Dakota, Durango, and van applications. This part number is commonly searched as SKF UJ458C and is used in rear shaft, front shaft front joint, rear shaft rear joint, and rear shaft center joint positions depending on the vehicle configuration. If you are replacing a worn driveline joint on a 1997-1999 Dodge Ram 2500 or a 1999 Dodge Dakota, this part number is one of the direct-fit options listed for those aluminum drive shaft setups.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Driveline vibration from worn needle bearings or loose joint movement
• Clunking or clicking during acceleration, deceleration, or gear changes
• U-joint play in aluminum drive shaft assemblies
• Noise from a failing rear shaft or front shaft joint
• Service issues on Dodge Ram, Dakota, and Durango driveline repairs

Installation Notes and Fitment

• Fits 1999 Dodge Dakota, rear, for aluminum drive shaft with 2 joint shaft.
• Fits 1999 Dodge Dakota, rear shaft rear joint, aluminum drive shaft applications only.
• Fits 1999 Dodge Durango, rear shaft rear joint, aluminum drive shaft applications only.
• Fits 1999 Dodge Ram 1500, rear, short bed and long bed aluminum drive shaft applications.
• Fits 1999 Dodge Ram 1500, front shaft front joint and rear shaft rear joint, aluminum drive shaft configurations.
• Fits 1997-1999 Dodge Ram 2500, front shaft front joint, aluminum drive shaft configurations with listed lock-ring and shaft combinations.
• Fits 1997-1999 Dodge Ram 3500, front shaft front joint, aluminum drive shaft configurations with listed lock-ring and shaft combinations.
• Fits 1998 Dodge B1500, rear, with 127-inch wheel base and aluminum drive shaft.
• Fits 1998 Dodge B2500, rear, with 127-inch wheel base and aluminum drive shaft.
• Fits 1998 Dodge B3500, rear, with Chrysler axle and 127-inch wheel base.
• Fits 1994-1997 Dodge Ram 1500, front and rear, with 2 joint aluminum driveshaft.
• Fits 1991-1993 Dodge Dakota, rear shaft front joint and rear shaft rear joint, with aluminum-graphite rear shaft and 2.625-inch rear shaft yokes.

Before installation, verify bearing cap diameter, lock-ring style, and shaft configuration against the vehicle listing. This is especially important on aluminum drive shaft applications where joint size and yoke style vary by position. SKF UJ458C is listed for multiple rear and front shaft positions across Dodge driveline setups, including Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Ram 3500, Dakota, and Durango applications.

Quality Assurance

SKF manufactures this universal joint to meet or exceed original equipment specifications using premium materials and quality-controlled production standards. The result is a driveline component intended for dependable fitment and service life in the specified applications.