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Old Apr 27, 2006 | 10:25 PM
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Who makes a driveshaft loop that will fit a convertible? What are you guys running and do you like it?
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Old Apr 28, 2006 | 12:46 AM
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Lakewood here, cheapest and best.
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Old Apr 28, 2006 | 01:21 AM
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I found a Lakewood at Summit. Is this the one I need? Will it bolt right in or will I need to drill holes?

Summit - Lakewood Driveshaft Loop
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Old May 8, 2006 | 07:07 PM
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i'd like to know too?
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Old May 11, 2006 | 07:29 AM
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When I get home sometime next month I plan on fabbing up some front and rear ds loops for our cars. It will probably be 2 or 3 months before You guys can get your hands on them. After my ds broke while I was cruising down the highway I knew I would never drive a sports car without one, you can mess up alot of stuff when that shaft breaks.
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Old May 11, 2006 | 10:12 AM
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That's the one, it has plenty of adjustment (slots) and
bolts right up. There is a right and a wrong way but one
will go easy, so if you're fighting it, flip it.
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Old May 12, 2006 | 12:46 PM
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Originally Posted by BLACKBIRD8200
i'd like to know too?

Also, a loop with ad lateral stability especially on a convertible.
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Old May 13, 2006 | 06:30 PM
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thats good to know someone makes one
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