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17th June 2012, 10:52 AM
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Driveshaft Length
Can anyone tell me how long I should make my driveshaft? Do I make this the exact distance between the gearbox and the diff or do I make it a bit shorter to allow for engine movement etc. If so how much should I allow for movement.
Thanks David
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17th June 2012, 10:57 AM
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I think you mean propshaft,its the length between the diff flange and the rear of the box where the oil seal is,Comercial Propshafts on the valley will do one for about £120.
Movement is not an issue as the sliding/shiny part at the front is normally to take into account a live axle/solid axle and the Roadster one is fixed so not a problem. I am only in Gateshead if you get stuck.
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17th June 2012, 11:20 AM
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You need a little bit of sliding action in order to fit the flange on the diff. IIRC ~1 cm is ok.
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17th June 2012, 12:07 PM
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17th June 2012, 12:36 PM
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Thanks for the quick responses. I did mean propshaft (was having a stupid moment)
I spoke to cps on teams and they said they would shorten and balance my mx5 one for 35 pounds which isn't bad David
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17th June 2012, 06:51 PM
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Stan at CPS is ace and knows what he is doing.
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