Driveshaft Repair
Concord, NC
U-joint replacement, driveshaft balancing, carrier bearings, slip yokes — CTR provides complete driveshaft service for all heavy duty truck platforms. Dana/Spicer, Meritor, Neapco.
Driveshaft Repair Experts
Driveshaft problems announce themselves — clunking during acceleration, vibration at highway speed, rumbling that gets worse. The key is accurate diagnosis: is it a U-joint, carrier bearing, slip yoke, imbalance, or incorrect operating angles? Each requires a different repair.
CTR's technicians have 30+ years of experience diagnosing and repairing driveshaft systems on every major truck platform. We stock common U-joint sizes for faster turnaround and use quality components from Dana/Spicer, Meritor, and Neapco.
Located on Armentrout Drive directly off I-85 at Exit 58. All driveshaft repairs backed by our 3-year, 36,000-mile warranty.
Accurate Diagnosis
U-joint, carrier bearing, slip yoke, imbalance, or angle issue — we identify the specific cause.
Quality Components
Dana/Spicer, Meritor, Neapco — reputable manufacturers for lasting repairs.
3-Year, 36K Warranty
Industry-leading warranty on all driveshaft repairs. Parts and labor covered.
30+ Years
Three decades of driveshaft service on every major truck platform.
Complete Driveshaft Repair Services
From U-joint replacement to complete driveshaft assembly. Click any service for details.
Driveshaft removal, pressing out old U-joint bearing caps, inspecting yoke ears for wear or damage, installing new U-joint with correct bearing cap retention, and reinstalling. Quality U-joints from Spicer, Meritor, and other reputable manufacturers.
Warning Signs of Driveshaft Problems
Clunking on Accel/Decel
Worn U-joints allowing play during load reversal. Most common driveshaft symptom.
Vibration at Highway Speed
U-joint wear, imbalance, carrier bearing failure, or incorrect operating angles.
Rumbling Increasing with Speed
Carrier bearing failure — bearing or rubber mount deterioration.
Rust on U-Joint Bearing Caps
Indicates grease loss and impending failure. Address at next service.
Grease Leaking from U-Joint
Seal failure allowing contamination. Schedule service promptly.
Metallic Grinding
Severe U-joint or bearing failure — STOP DRIVING IMMEDIATELY.
Driveshaft Repair Cost Guide
| Service | Cost Range |
|---|---|
| Driveshaft Balancing | $100–$300 |
| Driveshaft Angle Adjustment | $100–$300 |
| U-Joint Replacement (per joint) | $200–$500 |
| Inter-Axle Driveshaft U-Joint | $200–$500 |
| Carrier Bearing Replacement | $300–$700 |
| Slip Yoke Replacement | $300–$600 |
| Complete Driveshaft Assembly | $800–$2,000+ |
Written estimates provided before any work begins. All repairs backed by 3-year, 36,000-mile warranty.
U-Joint Lifespan Guide
Brands We Service
Understanding Your Driveshaft
Universal Joints (U-Joints)
Connect the driveshaft to transmission and axle yokes, allowing torque transmission through changing angles as the suspension moves. Needle bearing caps on a cross-shaped trunnion.
Carrier Bearing (Center Support)
On two-piece driveshafts, supports the front section at the midpoint. Sealed ball bearing in a rubber mount that isolates vibration from the frame.
Slip Yoke & Slip Joint
Allows the driveshaft to change length as the suspension moves. Telescopes in and out to accommodate distance changes between transmission and axle.
Driveshaft Phasing & Angles
Operating angles and phasing are critical to vibration-free operation. Incorrect angles create speed-dependent vibrations that no amount of balancing can correct.
Built for Heavy Duty
CTR's facility on Armentrout Drive has the equipment and bay space for complete driveshaft service on Class 3 through Class 8 trucks. We stock common U-joint sizes for faster turnaround. Directly off I-85 at Exit 58.
Fleet Driveshaft Maintenance
We include driveshaft inspection and U-joint lubrication in fleet PM programs. Regular greasing at PM intervals extends U-joint life dramatically — from 50,000 miles neglected to 500,000+ miles properly maintained.
(704) 786-0132
Driveshaft Repair Near You
CTR Heavy Duty — Concord
Directly off Interstate 85 at Exit 58. Easy truck access.
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