Q: Hi Ben, I have 4wd. There is a spacer that the CV shaft utilizes to connect to the 4wd. What is the name of this part? 2003 Chevrolet Sierra

asked by on February 20, 2017

This spacer broke on my truck and I need to order a new one however I can not find it online. Probably because I am not using the proper name.

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