SKF UJ531G Universal Joint - Center, Front or Rear

Brand SKF UJ531G
Position Rear, Front, and Center
Bearing Cap Type (2) wing & (2) grooved round
Bearing Type Uj
Bearing Cap Axis 1 Diameter 1.125
Fits Cadillac and Oldsmobile · 59 vehicles

OE-spec construction. Made to meet or exceed original equipment specifications.

Premium materials. Built for long life and safety.

Universal joint. For driveline applications with wing and grooved round bearing caps.

Cross-references 5-3012X, 1458UJ531G and 142824R91 for the same application. See all 8.

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SKF UJ531G Universal Joint for Drive Shaft Service

The SKF UJ531G is a driveline universal joint built for drive shaft repair on select Cadillac and Oldsmobile applications. It uses a 1.125-inch bearing cap diameter and a bearing cap design with (2) wing and (2) grooved round caps for the specified fitments.

Key Features

  • SKF universal joint for drive shaft service
  • Part number: UJ531G
  • Bearing cap type: (2) wing & (2) grooved round
  • Bearing type: UJ
  • Bearing cap axis 1 diameter: 1.125 in.
  • Built from premium materials to meet or exceed original equipment specifications
  • Designed for long service life and safety in driveline applications

Fitment Details

  • Fits 1950-1956 Cadillac Commercial Chassis, front, w/ 3 joint shaft.
  • Fits 1950-1956 Cadillac Commercial Chassis, center, w/ 3 joint shaft.
  • Fits 1950-1956 Cadillac Commercial Chassis, rear, w/ 3 joint shaft.
  • Fits 1950-1956 Cadillac Commercial Chassis, rear, fits universal joint with 2 joint shafts.
  • Fits 1953-1956 Cadillac DeVille, rear.
  • Fits 1953-1956 Cadillac DeVille, front.
  • Fits 1953-1956 Cadillac DeVille, center.
  • Fits 1953-1956 Cadillac Eldorado, rear, fits universal joint with 2 joint shafts.
  • Fits 1953-1956 Cadillac Eldorado, front, w/ 3 joint shaft.
  • Fits 1953-1956 Cadillac Eldorado, center, w/ 3 joint shaft.
  • Fits 1953-1956 Cadillac Eldorado, rear, w/ 3 joint shaft.
  • Fits 1954-1956 Oldsmobile 88, rear.

What This Part Helps Repair

  • Driveline vibration caused by worn universal joint bearings
  • Clunking or looseness in the drive shaft
  • Binding or rough movement in the driveline
  • Service issues on Cadillac Commercial Chassis, DeVille, and Eldorado drive shafts
  • Rear driveline wear on 1954-1956 Oldsmobile 88 applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the bearing cap diameter, cap style, and shaft configuration before installation. This UJ531G application coverage includes front, center, and rear positions on select vehicles, so match the exact driveline location and note details such as 3 joint shaft or 2 joint shaft requirements. This part cross-references 5-3012X and 1458UJ531G for the same application.

Quality Assurance

SKF manufactures driveline components using premium materials and OE-level specifications for fit and durability. The UJ531G is produced to meet or exceed original equipment requirements for the listed applications.

This part fits 59 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelTransmissionPositionNotes
1956CadillacCommercial ChassisFrontw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1956CadillacCommercial ChassisCenterw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1956CadillacCommercial ChassisRearw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1956CadillacCommercial ChassisRearFits universal joint with 2 joint shafts.
1956CadillacDeVilleRear
1956CadillacDeVilleFront
1956CadillacDeVilleCenter
1956CadillacEldoradoRearFits universal joint with 2 joint shafts.
1956CadillacEldoradoFrontw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1956CadillacEldoradoCenterw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1956CadillacEldoradoRearw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1956Oldsmobile88AutomaticRear
1955CadillacCommercial ChassisFrontw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1955CadillacCommercial ChassisCenterw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1955CadillacCommercial ChassisRearw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1955CadillacCommercial ChassisRearFits universal joint with 2 joint shafts.
1955CadillacDeVilleRear
1955CadillacDeVilleFront
1955CadillacDeVilleCenter
1955CadillacEldoradoRearFits universal joint with 2 joint shafts.
1955CadillacEldoradoFrontw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1955CadillacEldoradoCenterw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1955CadillacEldoradoRearw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1955Oldsmobile88AutomaticRear
1954CadillacCommercial ChassisRearFits universal joint with 2 joint shafts.
1954CadillacCommercial ChassisFrontw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1954CadillacCommercial ChassisCenterw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1954CadillacCommercial ChassisRearw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1954CadillacDeVilleRear
1954CadillacDeVilleFront
1954CadillacDeVilleCenter
1954CadillacEldoradoRearFits universal joint with 2 joint shafts.
1954CadillacEldoradoFrontw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1954CadillacEldoradoCenterw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1954CadillacEldoradoRearw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1954Oldsmobile88AutomaticRear
1953CadillacCommercial ChassisRearFits universal joint with 2 joint shafts.
1953CadillacCommercial ChassisFrontw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1953CadillacCommercial ChassisCenterw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1953CadillacCommercial ChassisRearw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1953CadillacDeVilleRear
1953CadillacDeVilleFront
1953CadillacDeVilleCenter
1953CadillacEldoradoRearFits universal joint with 2 joint shafts.
1953CadillacEldoradoFrontw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1953CadillacEldoradoCenterw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1953CadillacEldoradoRearw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1952CadillacCommercial ChassisRearFits universal joint with 2 joint shafts.
1952CadillacCommercial ChassisFrontw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1952CadillacCommercial ChassisCenterw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1952CadillacCommercial ChassisRearw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1951CadillacCommercial ChassisRearFits universal joint with 2 joint shafts.
1951CadillacCommercial ChassisFrontw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1951CadillacCommercial ChassisCenterw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1951CadillacCommercial ChassisRearw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1950CadillacCommercial ChassisRearFits universal joint with 2 joint shafts.
1950CadillacCommercial ChassisFrontw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1950CadillacCommercial ChassisCenterw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
1950CadillacCommercial ChassisRearw/ 3 Joint Shaft:
Directly replaces or cross-references 8 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
5-3012X1458UJ531G142824R914753631456503974223102D37040R7X7352