Lesson 1
PRACTICE EXERCISE
1.
At which point on a propeller shaft does the twisting force (torque) create the
greatest strain?
a.
At the center of the shaft
b.
On the outer surface of the shaft
c.
Midway between the center and the outer surface of the shaft
2.
What causes the distance between the axle assemblies and the transfer case to
change?
a.
Slip joints
b.
Universal joints
c.
Flexing springs
3.
The speed fluctuations of a universal joint are greatest when the shafts are at an
angle of
a.
10.
b.
20.
c.
30.
4.
Which type of universal joint eliminates the need for a slip joint?
a.
Ball and trunnion
b.
Yoke and spider
c.
Cross and yoke
5.
The spring retainers used on some universal joints to secure the bearing in the
yoke are also called
a.
tab locks.
b.
0-washers.
c.
snap rings.
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