Differences between driveshafts

Foxmoto28 · November 15th, 2011, 04:08 AM

I'm rebuilding my t5 and I want to replace my driveshaft also. There's some marks on it from the brake cable grinding on it (doesn't seem too deep).

I've been given different opinions on aluminum vs carbon fiber shafts and I haven't been lucky on a write up.

Can someone explain the differences between the two and which I should buy.
Thanks

91cobra5.0 · November 15th, 2011, 09:50 PM

i would assume its all the weight, the carbon drive shaft is gona be lighter than the aluminum. if you have the money i would go with the carbon one. (the new 2013 gt500 will come with one)

hotmustang95 · November 16th, 2011, 10:39 PM

I bet those CF one's would cost way too much. Can't go wrong with the tried and true FRPP aluminum shaft for under $300.

Foxmoto28 · November 17th, 2011, 02:43 AM

I found a website explaining the differences.
And yes, the first CF shaft I found was $900, HA!

With aluminum shafts though, what do I need to look for?

Foxmoto28 · November 17th, 2011, 02:43 AM

Btw guys, thanks for the help.

hotmustang95 · November 19th, 2011, 10:32 PM

Originally Posted by Foxmoto28

I found a website explaining the differences.
And yes, the first CF shaft I found was $900, HA!

With aluminum shafts though, what do I need to look for?

Just buy yourself a new one like I just did. It comes with new high performance U-joints and the yolk for like $280. Used ones are out there but you wouldn't trust the u-joints and end up getting new ones anyways. With a new one you get everything and no worries.

Foxmoto28 · November 19th, 2011, 11:13 PM

Originally Posted by hotmustang95

Just buy yourself a new one like I just did. It comes with new high performance U-joints and the yolk for like $280. Used ones are out there but you wouldn't trust the u-joints and end up getting new ones anyways. With a new one you get everything and no worries.

Sweet man, thanks!

Also, I don't know if I've asked you this before or not, but can I see your hood pins with and without the hood locked?

hotmustang95 · November 20th, 2011, 11:02 PM

Originally Posted by Foxmoto28

Sweet man, thanks!

Also, I don't know if I've asked you this before or not, but can I see your hood pins with and without the hood locked?

I don't use the hood latch, just the hood pins.

furreal302 · November 20th, 2011, 11:26 PM

love those headlights

MANZO MUSTANG · November 21st, 2011, 01:57 AM

Is that a Mach 1chin spoiler? Looks way bigger.

Foxmoto28 · November 22nd, 2011, 03:00 AM

Originally Posted by hotmustang95

I don't use the hood latch, just the hood pins.

Awesome, thanks man. I was thinking you had the hood like in your signature but your current one works.

Just wanted to get an image before I start on mine.

hotmustang95 · November 22nd, 2011, 11:20 PM

Originally Posted by MANZO MUSTANG

Is that a Mach 1chin spoiler? Looks way bigger.

Boss Shinoda Spoiler

MANZO MUSTANG · November 23rd, 2011, 12:05 AM

Originally Posted by hotmustang95

Boss Shinoda Spoiler

Freakin A, that things looks killer.

Foxmoto28 · November 29th, 2011, 03:00 AM

When I removed my transmission this weekend I could not remove the driveshaft. I had to remove the tranny and shaft and the same time and later had to hammer the driveshaft off.

Found a very noticeable groove on the yoke. Long story short. A bunch of bushings and bears are gone due to low oil (Thanks to inexperienced mechanics - not my choice in the first place) and the rear seal and bushing on the transmission were off/gone and caused the groove.

Tranny is being rebuilt but in the meantime should I A. replace and yoke and U-Joints OR B. New driveshaft.

The stock shaft looks fine but then again it's a reason to replace it.

91cobra5.0 · November 29th, 2011, 06:38 PM

perfect time and reason to pick up a new aluminum one.
Ford Racing 28 Spline Aluminum Mustang Driveshaft (79-95 5.0L, 94-04 V6) at AmericanMuscle - Free Shipping!

hotmustang95 · November 29th, 2011, 10:18 PM

Originally Posted by 91cobra5.0

perfect time and reason to pick up a new aluminum one.
Ford Racing 28 Spline Aluminum Mustang Driveshaft (79-95 5.0L, 94-04 V6) at AmericanMuscle - Free Shipping!

I'm with him. Also it comes with a new yoke and U-joints.

Foxmoto28 · December 1st, 2011, 03:47 AM

Trying to save some cash at the moment but...

Aluminum $250-300
VS.
Stock (possibly faulty)
+U-joints ($10 each)
+Yoke ($50-60)

..too bad CF aren't $200!

November 15th, 2011, 04:08 AM	#1
Foxmoto28 Regular '94 GT Coupe Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 281 iTrader: 0 reviews	Differences between driveshafts I'm rebuilding my t5 and I want to replace my driveshaft also. There's some marks on it from the brake cable grinding on it (doesn't seem too deep). I've been given different opinions on aluminum vs carbon fiber shafts and I haven't been lucky on a write up. Can someone explain the differences between the two and which I should buy. Thanks

November 16th, 2011, 10:39 PM	#3
hotmustang95 Regular Last of the 302's Road Racing Rookie Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Boynton Beach, FL Posts: 373 iTrader: 0 reviews	I bet those CF one's would cost way too much. Can't go wrong with the tried and true FRPP aluminum shaft for under $300. __________________ Victor ( goofyfeet) Oliver P.B.M.C. Member Track Addict

November 20th, 2011, 11:26 PM	#9
furreal302 Regular 94 GT 13.95@100 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: NY Posts: 435 iTrader: 2 reviews	love those headlights __________________ 94 Opal Frost GT ~230k T5 swap, other mods

November 21st, 2011, 01:57 AM	#10
MANZO MUSTANG Regular 1994 MUSTANG GT 15.15 @ 94.12 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Coachella Posts: 291 iTrader: 1 reviews	Is that a Mach 1chin spoiler? Looks way bigger. __________________ 1994 Ford Mustang GT, 306CHP(260rwhp) Auto,MM Full Length SFC, otherwise stock suspension.

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November 15th, 2011, 09:50 PM	#2
91cobra5.0 Hardcore Enthusiast 98 Cobra Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Bay Area, Ca Posts: 2,057 iTrader: 0 reviews	i would assume its all the weight, the carbon drive shaft is gona be lighter than the aluminum. if you have the money i would go with the carbon one. (the new 2013 gt500 will come with one)

November 17th, 2011, 02:43 AM	#4
Foxmoto28 Regular '94 GT Coupe Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 281 iTrader: 0 reviews	I found a website explaining the differences. And yes, the first CF shaft I found was $900, HA! With aluminum shafts though, what do I need to look for?

November 29th, 2011, 03:00 AM	#14
Foxmoto28 Regular '94 GT Coupe Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 281 iTrader: 0 reviews	When I removed my transmission this weekend I could not remove the driveshaft. I had to remove the tranny and shaft and the same time and later had to hammer the driveshaft off. Found a very noticeable groove on the yoke. Long story short. A bunch of bushings and bears are gone due to low oil (Thanks to inexperienced mechanics - not my choice in the first place) and the rear seal and bushing on the transmission were off/gone and caused the groove. Tranny is being rebuilt but in the meantime should I A. replace and yoke and U-Joints OR B. New driveshaft. The stock shaft looks fine but then again it's a reason to replace it.

November 29th, 2011, 06:38 PM	#15
91cobra5.0 Hardcore Enthusiast 98 Cobra Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Bay Area, Ca Posts: 2,057 iTrader: 0 reviews	perfect time and reason to pick up a new aluminum one. Ford Racing 28 Spline Aluminum Mustang Driveshaft (79-95 5.0L, 94-04 V6) at AmericanMuscle - Free Shipping!

December 1st, 2011, 03:47 AM	#17
Foxmoto28 Regular '94 GT Coupe Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 281 iTrader: 0 reviews	Trying to save some cash at the moment but... Aluminum $250-300 VS. Stock (possibly faulty) +U-joints ($10 each) +Yoke ($50-60) ..too bad CF aren't $200!

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