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Old Mar 31, 2013 | 12:38 PM
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I have been seeing that alot of ppl have issues with the stock driveshaft when they start making power. Things like breaking and just nervous to push the speed. So my question is why. And my next question is what to do to fix it. Custom driveshaft or just high speed balance. If anybody knows please post up. Thanks.
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Old Mar 31, 2013 | 01:49 PM
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Stock driveshafts are weak and are not designed to handle allot of TQ or high speed. I would suggest getting a new stronger shaft made if you plan to make allot of power or push high speeds. When you have a long driveshaft the matter is only compounded, harmonics will trash a shaft pretty quick if the balance is not right. If you have ever removed a stock Alum driveshaft you will realize how thin they are, for the size of them they are feather light.
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Old Apr 1, 2013 | 05:36 AM
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Ok so where does everybody go for custom driveshafts. And also how much do they run for?
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Old Apr 1, 2013 | 10:45 AM
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after market drive shafts can be any where from 300$ and up. just punch it into google and shop around.
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