Hi, Lou... Indeed, there is a rubber U-shaped "coupling" between the shaft and the box - right where the two mate up. This U-shaped rubber coupling slips over the flat end of the shaft. You will need to remove the steering column outer tube to access it. And, yes, these things do disintegrate with age, and produce noticeable slop when they go. Gary Goers carries reproduction ones. www.garygoers.com ; better get one before you take things apart (they are cheap - like $5 bucks or $10 bucks ) as I betcha you need one anyway. Sincerely, John Hertog Sag Harbor NY
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