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Old Jul 23, 2003 | 04:26 PM
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Default Best Driveshaft loop with LT's?

I need to get a driveshaft loop in my car PRONTO. But when I was under it the other day I noticed that my FLP Y pipe might be in the way.

Does anyone have any suggestions as to what the best driveshaft loop is?

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Old Jul 23, 2003 | 05:02 PM
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Lakewood loop. It is adjustable. #18022. Works fine with my FLP's and y-pipe.
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Old Jul 23, 2003 | 05:12 PM
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If the lakewood fits w/no adjustments that'd prolly be your best bet.

I have a BMR DSL on my car w/the FLP Y-Pipe, just had to put some spacers on the brace so it didn't hit the Y-Pipe.
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Old Jul 23, 2003 | 05:33 PM
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Lakewood loop. It is adjustable. #18022. Works fine with my FLP's and y-pipe.
Who carry's the lakewood?
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Old Jul 23, 2003 | 06:31 PM
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Jegs. I have one that rubs the hell outta either the TA or the Exhaust and sets mad KR. So, now it lays in the garage somewhere and collects spiderwebs.
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Old Jul 23, 2003 | 07:13 PM
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I can't say what works on FLP's but with SLP's there loop works fine, all you'll need is about four flat washers per bolt. You'll also probably need longer bolts, I think there 8mm fine thread.

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Old Jul 23, 2003 | 09:06 PM
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I'm also using the Lakewood with my LT's, custom Y-pipe, and G2 TA. It fits fine and has a decent amount of adjustment. The best thing about is that it goes over the top of the exhaust so you lose no ground clearance either. Got mine from Jegs as well. I have a couple of pics I can email you if you want - just let me know.
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Old Jul 23, 2003 | 09:23 PM
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Lakewood Here
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Another vote for the Lakewood!
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Summit or Jeg's. $49.99
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Old Jul 24, 2003 | 11:40 AM
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Thanks for the help guys. Ordered it from Summit last night!
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Old Jul 25, 2003 | 11:56 AM
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I have no idea why any sponsors here dont stock the Lakewood loop, it is the only d/s loop that I ever tried that doesnt require beating, grinding or welding to work. Mine has cleared MACs and a custom 3" Y/flowmaster collector, LPE driveshaft and RT torque arm with no problems..

It will not work with the stock manifolds y-pipe though, since it goes above the exh the stock stuff is tucked up too high..
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Old Jul 25, 2003 | 07:57 PM
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That slow POS of yours don't need no safety loop ! If I were you I'd run a plastic DS. It'd be plenty strong enough for your power level + if it broke it wouldn't hurt anything
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