Every vehicle needs a good driver to steer it in the right direction and away from dangers on the road. For 50 years, Pailton Engineering Ltd. has been manufacturing the steering systems that give drivers of all types of vehicles this assurance as they travel from place to place.
One of the most important components of each steering system is the universal joint, or U-joint, that connects various parts. This joint consists of a pair of hinges that are close together, oriented at 90 degrees to each other and connected by a cross shaft. The U-joint is not a constant-velocity joint, but must be able to rotate at an angle to accommodate rotation, tilt and telescope functions within the steering system.