Al. driveshaft

KevinJ99GT · May 9th, 2009, 12:05 AM

I got quoted 150 bucks just to fix my damn u-joints. I figured for 70 bucks more i could get a aluminum driveshaft that i could probably install but i know you have to transfer the yoke over on automatics. Is this correct? and how hard is it?

ajm · May 9th, 2009, 12:10 AM

Yes you have to transfer the yoke over for an auto. Its simple and shouldnt take you but ten minutes max. On the other hand its the same exact process as changing a u-joint. Soooo logically if you cant change the u-joints youre having issues with now and have to pay someone, spending $70 more for an al. drive shaft isnt going to be "only $70" more because youre gonna have to pay someone to swap the yokes for you. Its a fairly simple process to do yourself and you can rent the tool(s) just about anywhere if you dont have them though.

casper gt · May 9th, 2009, 12:13 AM

yeah you gotta switch the yoke for auto's (also cut the weight off the yoke while your there) other than that it's just a straight forward swap, probubly 30 min. start to finish (+ time to jack the car up). also get the cheapest d/s as the cost diffrences are due to the diffrent splined yokes & you'll be tossing that anyway (the one that comes with the d/s that is). seemed worth it on my car but wouln't know till tomorrow (will be 1st time to the track with the car this year).

KevinJ99GT · May 9th, 2009, 12:25 AM

if u-joints are simple i may try to do it. Anyone have a write up?

BakerFX4 · May 9th, 2009, 12:36 AM

ajm loves making write ups. LOL.

KevinJ99GT · May 9th, 2009, 12:38 AM

good, he can help idiots like me.

ajm · May 9th, 2009, 12:38 AM

lol not for something that simple

but all in all just get you a ujoint press, pair of pliers, and a 12 point 13mm socket or wrench (think its 13mm), and a marker

Mark the driveshaft in relation to the pinion flange so you can like it back up when you put it on. Remove the 4 bolts using the socket/ratchet or wrench mentioned, using the pliers remove the little retaining clips for the ujoints, press them out with the ujoint press tool. And put it back together with the new ones.

Theres a few other alternatives to a u-joint press if you cant find anywhere thatll rent you one.

BakerFX4 · May 9th, 2009, 12:41 AM

hahaha.... It will prolly be like 3 lines.

AJM... you see my threads bout the 5.4 swap bro... If you have any thoughts, throw them out there. Im starting to really feel doing this.

ajm · May 9th, 2009, 12:45 AM

Sounds like a good plan. I didnt know stuff for them was that cheap. I about shit when I seen that link to parts for $1300 or something like that. Which way you wanna go is up to you, if it were me id just get what you linked, upgrade/down grade to parts you want on the drop down and get it done. As far as boring it thats up to you, probably wont be a major gain in performance as far as I know but itll leave you with a nice fresh cylinder.

01BlackGT · May 9th, 2009, 12:47 AM

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AJM rulez the WORLD!!!!!!!

May 9th, 2009, 12:05 AM	#1
KevinJ99GT Enthusiast 1999 Mustang GT 8.30 1/8th mile Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Walnut Ridge, Arkansas Posts: 866 iTrader: 0 reviews	Al. driveshaft I got quoted 150 bucks just to fix my damn u-joints. I figured for 70 bucks more i could get a aluminum driveshaft that i could probably install but i know you have to transfer the yoke over on automatics. Is this correct? and how hard is it? __________________ - full bolt on's, hitech stage 2's, zex 100 shot

May 9th, 2009, 12:10 AM	#2
ajm Banned Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 7,966 iTrader: 4 reviews	Yes you have to transfer the yoke over for an auto. Its simple and shouldnt take you but ten minutes max. On the other hand its the same exact process as changing a u-joint. Soooo logically if you cant change the u-joints youre having issues with now and have to pay someone, spending $70 more for an al. drive shaft isnt going to be "only $70" more because youre gonna have to pay someone to swap the yokes for you. Its a fairly simple process to do yourself and you can rent the tool(s) just about anywhere if you dont have them though. Last edited by ajm; May 9th, 2009 at 12:13 AM.

May 9th, 2009, 12:13 AM	#3
casper gt Moderator 2012 300a gt auto 12.10@116 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: creighton pa Posts: 7,697 iTrader: 4 reviews	yeah you gotta switch the yoke for auto's (also cut the weight off the yoke while your there) other than that it's just a straight forward swap, probubly 30 min. start to finish (+ time to jack the car up). also get the cheapest d/s as the cost diffrences are due to the diffrent splined yokes & you'll be tossing that anyway (the one that comes with the d/s that is). seemed worth it on my car but wouln't know till tomorrow (will be 1st time to the track with the car this year). __________________ MM BRACKET RACING CREW CO-FOUNDER BAMA Performance Drag Team Founder 2012 300a GT auto

May 9th, 2009, 12:25 AM	#4
KevinJ99GT Enthusiast 1999 Mustang GT 8.30 1/8th mile Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Walnut Ridge, Arkansas Posts: 866 iTrader: 0 reviews	if u-joints are simple i may try to do it. Anyone have a write up? __________________ - full bolt on's, hitech stage 2's, zex 100 shot

May 9th, 2009, 12:36 AM	#5
BakerFX4 I Post Entirely Way Too Much Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Louisiana Posts: 16,250 iTrader: 14 reviews	ajm loves making write ups. LOL. __________________ 4.75 MMR 900se Livernois ported heads HP 292s blower cams Procharger D1sc at 20+ psi IW 15% OD pulley (and more bolt ons) E85 Tune/numbers coming shortly!!

May 9th, 2009, 12:38 AM	#6
KevinJ99GT Enthusiast 1999 Mustang GT 8.30 1/8th mile Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Walnut Ridge, Arkansas Posts: 866 iTrader: 0 reviews	good, he can help idiots like me. __________________ - full bolt on's, hitech stage 2's, zex 100 shot

May 9th, 2009, 12:41 AM	#8
BakerFX4 I Post Entirely Way Too Much Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Louisiana Posts: 16,250 iTrader: 14 reviews	hahaha.... It will prolly be like 3 lines. AJM... you see my threads bout the 5.4 swap bro... If you have any thoughts, throw them out there. Im starting to really feel doing this. __________________ 4.75 MMR 900se Livernois ported heads HP 292s blower cams Procharger D1sc at 20+ psi IW 15% OD pulley (and more bolt ons) E85 Tune/numbers coming shortly!!

May 9th, 2009, 12:45 AM	#9
ajm Banned Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 7,966 iTrader: 4 reviews	Sounds like a good plan. I didnt know stuff for them was that cheap. I about shit when I seen that link to parts for $1300 or something like that. Which way you wanna go is up to you, if it were me id just get what you linked, upgrade/down grade to parts you want on the drop down and get it done. As far as boring it thats up to you, probably wont be a major gain in performance as far as I know but itll leave you with a nice fresh cylinder.

May 9th, 2009, 12:47 AM	#10
01BlackGT Enthusiast 2001 Mustang GT Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Shakopee, MN Posts: 715 iTrader: 0 reviews	^ AJM rulez the WORLD!!!!!!! __________________ Honda Haters:http://seductiveautosports.tripod.co...a%20haters.htm

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