Glossary “slip stream” Definition:
Low pressure area that is created behind a vehicle traveling at high speed.
What is slip?
slip yoke
Glossary “slip yoke” Definition:
Component having internal splines that slide on the transmission output-shaft external splines, allowing the drive line to adjust for variations in length as the rear axle assembly moves throught it’s limits of suspension travel.
slip in
Glossary “slip in” Definition:
Part that fits without modification or adjustment.
slip joint
Glossary “slip joint” Definition:
Term used for slip yoke.
slip joint pliers
Glossary “slip joint pliers” Definition:
Also known as combination pliers, they will adjust for two sizes.
slip rings
Glossary “slip rings” Definition:
Electrical contact area for the brushes in an alternator.
slip angle
Glossary “slip angle” Definition:
The difference in the path the wheels follow during a turn compared to the actual direction they are pointing, caused by centrifugal force at higher speeds.
slip
Glossary “slip” Definition:
The inability of one component to grab another component immediately, or to hold onto it once it has been applied.
slip fit
Glossary “slip fit” Definition:
Running or sliding fit.