Build Your Own Automotive Driveshaft

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Some transmissions require additional measurements. Your slip yoke determines the universal joint size. <click here for a list of transmission yokes>

 

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click here to measure the differential yoke to determine universal joint size> 

<click here for a list of pinion yokes>

 

 Always be sure the weight of the vehicle is on the rear axle.

Step 1: Measurements

From the drawing above:
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Select Tube Size and type:

                The following is a conservative, general guide only.
 
2.50"x.065  For lengths less than 30"  
2.50"x.083  For lengths less than 30" (1350 series & 1410 series)  
3.00"x.065  For lengths between 30" and 50"  
3.00"x.083  For lengths between 30" and 50" (1350 series & 1410 series)  
3.50"x.065  For lengths between 50" and 60"  
3.50"x.083  For lengths between 50" and 60" (1350 series & 1410 series)  
4.00"x.065  For lengths between 60" and 70"  
4.00"x.083  For lengths between 60" and 70" (1350 series & 1410 series)  
Aluminum  For lengths less than 40" *** 3.50x.125  
Aluminum  For lengths between 40" and 70" *** 4.00x.125  
Aluminum  For lengths over 70" or if desired *** 5.00x.083  

Guess what ?

If you know the specifications of the drive shaft you need, we can build and ship it to your door.

Aluminum or steel, high performance or stock.

Almost all orders are filled within 24 hours. Many times even sooner.