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Review on Spicer 5 213X U Joint Kit by Tony Doolittle

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The computer is wrong, this is not suitable for Ford Ranger 2002 Edge 4L; Duralast fits

Looks like it will fit, correct cap diameter and overall length and width. The computer says it fits (also Autozone). But if you look really closely, the case where it enters the lid is slightly raised compared to the Duralast variant (which *really* fits). This housing means that after pulling the old U-joint and removing the caps from the new Spicer you will find that you need about 3mm more to tilt it into the traverse. I took the fork to Autozone and asked them to bring 4 U-joints which the computer said fit. 2 match, 2 (including this one) don't. The problem with these aftermarket manufacturers is that they often list their product sizes and have some criteria for which cars they fit, in this case overall length, width and cap size. But in reality nobody takes the product and tries to put it on the OEM yoke. You'd think they'd think about it, but I think they decided they needed to hire another marketer instead of the one installing them.

Pros
  • Heavy Duty Construction
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