How can I assign both a sliding and rotational joint to the same component without it locking all motion afterwards?

[Tlorenz10]

I have been attempting to build a model of an engaging clutch using rotating and sliding joints on the components. I need one component to rotate and slide, but when I apply the second joint (it doesn't matter what order I assign them) it locks the component in place and it can no longer be dragged  or driven through the joint drive dialogue option. Is there a solution for this out there somewhere?

[jeff_strater · Accepted solution]

Does a Cylindrical Joint not work for you?  It allows translation and rotation about the same axis.  Maybe more information would help us answer.

[Tlorenz10]

The cylindrical joint got me started in the right direction. Thank you.