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Old 06-03-2009, 09:26 PM
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How much maximum play (bumper to bumper) would be recommended for a drive shaft under static conditions (vehicle at rest and suspension loaded). I currently have a drive shaft that could slip into the transmission output by another 1.5 inches on the slip yoke side. Is this too much?
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Old 06-04-2009, 08:50 AM
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3/4 to 1" is what most DS makers recommend. How much spline engagement do you have?
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Haven't measured that yet. How much should I have?
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Old 06-04-2009, 08:11 PM
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so i measure i have 1.25" of free play and 2.75" of engagement. slip yoke is 4" total.
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