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Old 08-09-2018, 09:55 AM
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In the middle of my turbo build. I swapped the 60 for the 80 in my RCSB. So here are a few questions.
1) When I have the drive shaft built, can I have it built to the exact same length as the OEM? As it will fit with the 80 as it it sits now.
2) Anything I should mention or ask for when they start to build one?


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They'll probably still want you to take measurements. Material might be a good question.
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ok that's fine. But your right the material is what I really need to know. Don't want anything weak.
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When I bought from here: Driveshaft Specialist Inc

... I was asked about HP, RPM, and combined with the length they were able to give material option and suggestions.
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Thank for the help. Im goin to give them a call.
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Driveshaft specialists built me a 5” aluminum shaft. Its rated at like 1200 hp.
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Driveshaft Specialist built me my driveshaft from 4.00x.125” 6061 T6 DOM Aluminum tube with Spicer 1350XL u joints and forged yoke. It’s good for rediculous power. Measurement from back of 80e tailshaft housing to center of yoke on 10 bolt axle was 61.625”
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Driveshaft Specialist is who I will be using as well.
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I had a local builder build mine. 2pc steel.
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Driveshaft specialist 5" aluminum here aswell.
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