{"product_id":"bmw-tailshaft-coupling-26117511454-vaico","title":"BMW Tailshaft Coupling - 26117511454 - Vaico","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Equivalent Numbers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e26117511454\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrive Shaft Flex Joint\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA drive shaft flex joint kit also known as a guibo or flex disc consists of a flexible rubber disc that connects sections of the drive shaft to absorb vibrations and torque shock. It helps reduce stress on the drive shaft and other drivetrain components by allowing a slight amount of flexibility, which improves smoothness in power delivery from the transmission to the wheels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrive Shaft Flex Joint Failure Symptoms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVibrations While Accelerating:\u003c\/strong\u003e A worn or damaged flex joint often leads to increased vibrations during acceleration, as it can no longer absorb torque properly\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClunking or Thudding Noises:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loose or deteriorated flex joint material can cause clunking or thudding sounds, especially when shifting gears or accelerating, due to metal components coming into direct contact\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUneven or Jerky Acceleration:\u003c\/strong\u003e A failing flex joint disrupts smooth power transfer, causing jerky or uneven acceleration as it loses its ability to flex properly\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vaico","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44853713502278,"sku":"3310 02 011","price":174.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/7166\/3942\/files\/2018003.jpg?v=1775638895","url":"https:\/\/shiftymods.com.au\/products\/bmw-tailshaft-coupling-26117511454-vaico","provider":"Shifty Mods | Performance \u0026 Maintenance Parts Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}