Technician A says that excessive driveshaft angle can cause premature U-joint failure. Technician B says that a driveshaft should be installed with the slip yoke bottomed out in the transmission. Who is right?

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Technician A only. Technician A is correct - excessive driveline angles accelerate U-joint wear. Technician B is incorrect because the slip yoke should have proper clearance, not be bottomed out, to allow for suspension movement and prevent binding.

Technician A says that excessive driveshaft angle can cause premature U-joint failure. Technician B says that a driveshaft should be installed with the slip yoke bottomed out in the transmission. Who is right?

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