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GJ Drivelines Online Store: Tailshaft Spicer vs. Dana Spicer: Which Is Right for Your Vehicle?

GJ Drivelines Tailshafts Specialist

Choosing the right tailshaft components is essential for keeping your vehicle’s performance sharp and dependable, especially if you’re someone who values power and precision.

When it comes to tailshafts, Spicer and Dana Spicer are two names that stand out in the industry, each known for high-quality parts that can make a real difference in your vehicle’s drive.

But what sets them apart, and how do you know which is best for your car?

Spicer vs. Dana Spicer: What’s the Difference?

First, let’s clear up some confusion: Dana Spicer is a product line within the Spicer brand, meaning Dana Spicer tailshaft components are designed and manufactured by the same Spicer team.
However, each option offers a slightly different focus. Standard Spicer parts are high-quality, dependable, and perfect for general high-performance use, covering a wide range of vehicles and applications.

Dana Spicer parts, however, are often designed with advanced features and extra durability, making them ideal for heavy-duty vehicles and extreme performance scenarios. So, if you’re driving a high-powered car or need that extra level of robustness, Dana Spicer might be your best bet.

Which Tailshaft Type Matches Your Driving Needs?

Choosing between Spicer and Dana Spicer really comes down to how you use your vehicle. If you’re an enthusiast who loves daily drives with a bit of spirited performance, Spicer components offer great durability and value without going overboard.

But if you’re taking your car off-road, racing, or running a high-torque setup, Dana Spicer parts are designed to withstand higher levels of strain. They’re specifically crafted for applications where you push your vehicle to its limits, making them the preferred choice for serious performance drivers.

Benefits of Using Genuine Spicer Components

Using genuine Spicer or Dana Spicer parts means you’re investing in reliability, performance, and peace of mind.

Both are rigorously tested to meet industry standards, which means they won’t just fit your vehicle well—they’ll also last longer than generic alternatives.

Genuine Spicer components are designed to reduce wear and tear on your vehicle’s drivetrain, helping to maintain balance and alignment while reducing the risk of unexpected breakdowns.

By choosing authentic Spicer or Dana Spicer parts, you ensure your tailshaft performs as smoothly as possible, which is essential for a high-performance or high-demand vehicle.

Tailshaft Performance: The Difference High-Quality Parts Make

No matter what you drive, high-quality tailshaft parts are vital to keeping your vehicle safe, stable, and responsive.

Both Spicer and Dana Spicer are made with materials that are designed to handle friction, temperature changes, and stress without faltering. This quality helps reduce vibrations, noise, and wear—an especially important factor in performance driving.

With Spicer and Dana Spicer, you’re not just getting parts; you’re investing in your vehicle’s long-term functionality and reliability, all while enhancing the driving experience.

Ready to Choose the Right Tailshaft Components?

When you’re upgrading or replacing your tailshaft parts, choosing between Spicer and Dana Spicer depends on your driving style and performance needs.

For help finding the best fit for your vehicle, visit the GJ Drivelines online store, where you can explore both Spicer and Dana Spicer options designed to keep your vehicle performing at its best.

Contact us today, and let’s match you with the perfect parts for your driving demands.

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Identify Transmission

Chrysler – Dodge
727 – 30 Spline 1 11/16″ Seal Diameter
904 – 26 Spline 1 9/16″ Seal Diameter

Ford
C6-T56 – 31 Spline 1 11/16″ Seal Diameter
AOD & C4 & T5 – 28 Spline 1 1/2″ Seal Diameter
4 R 7OW – 28 Spline 1.598″ Seal Diameter

General Motors
T-350 700R4-4LLOE – 27 Spline 1 1/2″ Seal Diameter
T-400-4L80E – 32 Spline 1 7/8″ Seal Diameter

Note: Transmission slip yokes are manufactured with various U-Joint Series. It is important to match Horsepower and Torque requirements to U-Joint Series. For aftermarket transmission applications usually a spline count and seal diameter will identify slip yoke required.

Identify Rear U-Joint

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If Pinion Yoke has Placement tabs that retain the U-Joint, measure inside tabs. See Diagram D.

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If Pinion Yoke does not have Placement Tabs that retain U-Joint, measure from flat of yoke inside to inside. See Diagram E.

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If 4 bolt Flange is used on pinion, measure Pilot Diameter and center to center diagonally bolt hole to bolt hole. See Diagram L.

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Universal Joint Size. There are hundreds of U-Joint sizes or “Series” to accomodate many different applications of power and desired longevity for your automotive, 4×4 truck or auto racing requirements, these 4 series of joints cover most needs.

1310 Spicer Series: 1 1/16″ Cup Diameter (Dim C – Diagram A) 3 7/32″ length (Dim B – Diagram A) Certain Ford applications have 2 cups 1 1/8 Diameter. Appropriate horse power range is up to 500 in circle track or road racing, small tire drag racing and 4×4. Also available: Performance Dynamic Cryo Joint.

1330 Spicer Series: 1 1/16″ Cup Diameter (Dim C – Diagram A) 3 5/8″ length (Dim B – Diagram A) Certain Ford applications have 2 cups 1 1/8 Diameter. Slightly stronger than 1310, Used in 5.0 Mustangs. Also available: Performance Dynamic Cryo Joint.

3R Saginaw Series: 1 1/8″ Cup Diameter (Dim C – Diagram A) Retained with internal clip 2 5/8″ (Dim B – Diagram A). Most common GM joint. Horse power range up to 700 in road racing and circle track. Solid drag racing U-Joint can accomodate most sportsman classes. Also available: Performance Dynamic Cryo Joint.

1350 Spicer Series: Manufactured with OEM tolerances and treated with our Cryogenic Process to yeild the strongest U-Joint available. For drag racing applications a solid non-lube design U-Joint is recommended because of the tremendous initial shock load, or short duration of high torque the joint must be able to withstand.

 

Driveshaft Measurements

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If PST is supplying you with transmission slip yoke, Pinion yoke and driveshaft yoke measure Dim W. See Diagram N.

If PST is supplying you with transmission slip yoke and driveshaft measure Dim X. See Diagram N.

2 Piece driveshafts use Dim Y + Z. See Diagram N.