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Old Nov 15, 2007 | 06:42 PM
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Hey guys, quick question. With christmas coming up, i was planning on possibly getting an aluminum driveshaft to lessen to load on my stock 4l60e and 10-bolt. My question is though, if i get a get a stock length aftermarket driveshaft, will it still fit when i get an aftermarket 4l60e, but more importantly a 12-bolt? Just wondering if getting the driveshaft now is pointless considering I will be upgrading in about 6 months to a 12bolt/new 4l60e.
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someone has to chime in on this one
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Old Nov 16, 2007 | 04:20 AM
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Originally Posted by suburbanlife866
Hey guys, quick question. With christmas coming up, i was planning on possibly getting an aluminum driveshaft to lessen to load on my stock 4l60e and 10-bolt. My question is though, if i get a get a stock length aftermarket driveshaft, will it still fit when i get an aftermarket 4l60e, but more importantly a 12-bolt? Just wondering if getting the driveshaft now is pointless considering I will be upgrading in about 6 months to a 12bolt/new 4l60e.
Yes, the same oem stock length driveshaft is used for a Moser 12 bolt and Moser 9 inch rear, so you'll be ready to go.
http://www.exoticperformanceplus.com....html?item=541
With the PST driveshaft I sell, you will need a Napa pn#240-0447X conversion U Joint until you get the new rear. Bob
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Old Nov 16, 2007 | 08:46 AM
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I noticed on Speed Inc's website that they also have chrome moly nitrous driveshafts. I plan on spraying the car with a healthy dose of nitrous in the future. I didnt notice a chrome moly driveshaft for sale on your site. However, I was hoping you could maybe give me your un-biased opinion on what would be better for me? The chrome moly driveshaft is much cheaper as well.
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Old Nov 17, 2007 | 05:09 AM
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I noticed on Speed Inc's website that they also have chrome moly nitrous driveshafts. I plan on spraying the car with a healthy dose of nitrous in the future. I didnt notice a chrome moly driveshaft for sale on your site. However, I was hoping you could maybe give me your un-biased opinion on what would be better for me? The chrome moly driveshaft is much cheaper as well.
I wouldn't recommend a chrome moly driveshaft for any street use. Bob
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Old Nov 17, 2007 | 06:05 AM
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I wouldn't recommend a chrome moly driveshaft for any street use. Bob
what about a carbon fiber one?

and does the Strange 12-bolt still use the stock-length driveshaft also?
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Old Nov 17, 2007 | 06:38 AM
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I wouldn't recommend a chrome moly driveshaft for any street use. Bob
Could you explain why, please?
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Old Nov 17, 2007 | 09:27 AM
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I'm running Strange 3 inch chromemoly driveshaft in a street car. a 9 second, 3750 pound street car. have sold many of them to people that use them on the street.

295 shipped to you. complete shaft, 1350 front yoke, whatever rear joint to fit your rearend, balanced, ready to install.
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Originally Posted by ssvert99
I'm running Strange 3 inch chromemoly driveshaft in a street car. a 9 second, 3750 pound street car. have sold many of them to people that use them on the street.

295 shipped to you. complete shaft, 1350 front yoke, whatever rear joint to fit your rearend, balanced, ready to install.
i may have to take you up on that offer as i am buying a new 9in and is that stock length driveshaft
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Old Nov 17, 2007 | 09:41 AM
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priced even better if you buy one of my rearend packages! yes, the stock length driveshaft will work. the 9 inch is just a hair shorter than the 10 bolt.
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priced even better if you buy one of my rearend packages! yes, the stock length driveshaft will work. the 9 inch is just a hair shorter than the 10 bolt.
pm me a price for a regualar 9 in rear
spool 4:11 or 4:10 gears
aluminum center section
drain and fill plug
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no abs or traction control.
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Originally Posted by ssvert99
I'm running Strange 3 inch chromemoly driveshaft in a street car. a 9 second, 3750 pound street car. have sold many of them to people that use them on the street.

295 shipped to you. complete shaft, 1350 front yoke, whatever rear joint to fit your rearend, balanced, ready to install.

Damn, 295 shipped is one hell of a deal. What are the downsides of going with a chrome moly driveshaft vs. an aluminum one?
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Originally Posted by suburbanlife866
Damn, 295 shipped is one hell of a deal. What are the downsides of going with a chrome moly driveshaft vs. an aluminum one?
a little bit of rotating weight, thats all.
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Could you explain why, please?
Chromoly when pressed to the limit snaps instead of bending. My opinion is that it should not be used for a street driven car. Bob
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Originally Posted by ssvert99
a little bit of rotating weight, thats all.
What is your chrome moly driveshaft rated at horsepower wise?
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rating is a b.s. sales point. theres so many different factors that can play into the "limit" of a driveshaft. I can tell you that it will live in a 3300-3500 pound car w/ 750rwhp. feel free to call Strange and ask them about your paticular application. 847-663-1701.
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Originally Posted by ssvert99
rating is a b.s. sales point. theres so many different factors that can play into the "limit" of a driveshaft. I can tell you that it will live in a 3300-3500 pound car w/ 750rwhp. feel free to call Strange and ask them about your paticular application. 847-663-1701.

Thats good enough for me! Definately wont be pushing more than 600whp anyway (stock bottom end)...so the chrome moly driveshaft seemes to be the way to go. Cant beat that price either. I will be contacting you guys in a few weeks to place an order. Thanks!
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