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**SOON2BLAZE** · 05-26-2010, 09:25 AM

After putting in a f&%# 9", I purchased a nice aluminum drive shaft with a spicer slip yoke and 1350 u joints from another boardmember. After measuring and having the DS cut and balanced I found out I needed to change the pinion yoke as it was not for a 1350. Now I have 2 1/4" of slip yolk in the tailshaft and 1 1/2" out (pictured) I was shooting for 1" - 3/4" of slip yoke out. Am I still good ? Need I test whats left of my sanity moving the engine/ trans back? This is how it sits on at a static drop with all for wheels on the ground. Thanks for any help.

**LockDoc** · 05-26-2010, 09:35 AM

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Most places I have read say to push the yoke into the trans as far as it will go and pull it out 3/4 to 1 inch, then measure for your drive shaft length. Hope that is what you wanted...

LockDoc

storm9c1 · 05-26-2010, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by SOON2BLAZE

After putting in a f&%# 9", I purchased a nice aluminum drive shaft with a spicer slip yoke and 1350 u joints from another boardmember. After measuring and having the DS cut and balanced I found out I needed to change the pinion yoke as it was not for a 1350. Now I have 2 1/4" of slip yolk in the tailshaft and 1 1/2" out (pictured) I was shooting for 1" - 3/4" of slip yoke out. Am I still good ? Need I test whats left of my sanity moving the engine/ trans back? This is how it sits on at a static drop with all for wheels on the ground. Thanks for any help.

No picture?

Is that 1 1/2" measured with the back-end lifted? Because when the suspension is fully unloaded, that is where you have it maxed out. If that's the case, I think you can get away with 1 1/2" out, as long as it pushes in when you reload the suspension. Any more than that could be a problem. More specifically, if you plan on doing any burnouts with 1 1/2" out, you may zip the splines right off. But if you plan on driving it easy, you shouldn't have any problems.

If you do want to cut corners and leave it like that, I'd get a drive shaft loop regardless. That way if it does come out, it won't be catastrophic.

**SOON2BLAZE** · 05-26-2010, 09:43 AM

Well prior to having it cut, thats what I was going for. Now that it's cut and I had to change the pinion yoke this is what I have...
Storm: this is wheels on the ground, suspension loaded. No burnouts, Why else would I have a BBC

Never looking to cut corners on something my family will be riding in or that could harm others.

storm9c1 · 05-26-2010, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by SOON2BLAZE

Well prior to having it cut, thats what I was going for. Now that it's cut and I had to change the pinion yoke this is what I have...
Storm: this is wheels on the ground, suspension loaded. No burnouts, Why else would I have a BBC

Never looking to cut corners on something my family will be riding in or that could harm others.

Well then in that case, to do it right, you had better get the shaft redone or find a built-up slip yoke that works with a short shaft. I've seen them around.

oldblue1968chevy · 05-26-2010, 11:18 AM

I lol'd at this thread..

good luck bud

**71blksuper4x4** · 05-26-2010, 12:30 PM

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Originally Posted by oldblue1968chevy

I lol'd at this thread..

good luck bud

Glad I wasn't the only one that found humor out of the title. Trevor

storm9c1 · 05-26-2010, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by 71blksuper4x4

Glad I wasn't the only one that found humor out of the title. Trevor

mclairmo · 05-26-2010, 02:45 PM

Do it right. Also, install a drive shaft loop, too, just in case your shaft lets loose. You don't want the front of your shaft to drop onto the ground, pile drive your rear end and end up pole vaulting the entire truck.

Jwill41 · 05-26-2010, 04:38 PM

thats what she said

tim21391 · 05-26-2010, 05:39 PM

sorry i had to chime in.. when i first seen the title i about spit the pop i was drinkin out from laughing haha.. sry i just had to comment

68 c10 ls2 · 05-26-2010, 05:40 PM

check with the shop that is going to do the new drive shaft 1st!!!! I all the drive shafts that i have ever replaced they have ALWAYS told me to put the truck on the ground "normal ride height" put the yoke all the way in to the back of the trans and the measure from center to center of each U joint loops and they will take out what is needed.

**Stocker** · 05-26-2010, 06:27 PM

Many of us have the same problem, but few of us will admit to it publicly.

Leviticus · 05-26-2010, 07:48 PM

I am pretty sure they make pills for that...

**SOON2BLAZE** · 05-26-2010, 08:18 PM

Ya gotta get peoples attention somehow! I always appreciate the humor on the board ( which rubbers are the best, lets see your double D's ect... thanks for all the input, found a longer slip yoke on Denny drive shaft today.

tim21391 · 05-27-2010, 02:18 AM

i like that double d thread on here haha

storm9c1 · 05-27-2010, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by SOON2BLAZE

Ya gotta get peoples attention somehow! I always appreciate the humor on the board ( which rubbers are the best, lets see your double D's ect... thanks for all the input, found a longer slip yoke on Denny drive shaft today.

There ya go!

I guess there's enough people in the world with short shafts that could always use an extension on the slip end. Now you don't have to feel so concerned when your wife drives.

71meangreenc10 · 05-27-2010, 02:00 PM

This is just one post that really should be titled differently.....I am just saying....

Smitty

**SOON2BLAZE** · 05-27-2010, 06:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Jwill41

thats what she said

I new that was coming!

Jacfourteen · 05-27-2010, 08:11 PM

Funny stuff! glad you got it figured out.

72gmcshorty · 05-27-2010, 08:51 PM

Don't forget...it's not the length of the shaft that matters, it's how you use it that counts....

05-26-2010, 09:25 AM	#1
SOON2BLAZE Account Suspended Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Southern UT Posts: 906	My shaft is too short After putting in a f&%# 9", I purchased a nice aluminum drive shaft with a spicer slip yoke and 1350 u joints from another boardmember. After measuring and having the DS cut and balanced I found out I needed to change the pinion yoke as it was not for a 1350. Now I have 2 1/4" of slip yolk in the tailshaft and 1 1/2" out (pictured) I was shooting for 1" - 3/4" of slip yoke out. Am I still good ? Need I test whats left of my sanity moving the engine/ trans back? This is how it sits on at a static drop with all for wheels on the ground. Thanks for any help. Last edited by SOON2BLAZE; 05-26-2010 at 09:26 AM.

05-26-2010, 09:35 AM	#2
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,640	Re: My shaft is too short - Most places I have read say to push the yoke into the trans as far as it will go and pull it out 3/4 to 1 inch, then measure for your drive shaft length. Hope that is what you wanted... LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

05-26-2010, 09:43 AM	#4
SOON2BLAZE Account Suspended Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Southern UT Posts: 906	Re: My shaft is too short Well prior to having it cut, thats what I was going for. Now that it's cut and I had to change the pinion yoke this is what I have... Storm: this is wheels on the ground, suspension loaded. No burnouts, Why else would I have a BBC Never looking to cut corners on something my family will be riding in or that could harm others. Last edited by SOON2BLAZE; 05-26-2010 at 09:49 AM.

05-26-2010, 11:18 AM	#6
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: My shaft is too short I lol'd at this thread.. good luck bud __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

05-26-2010, 02:45 PM	#9
mclairmo Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Take Off Posts: 1,908	Re: My shaft is too short Do it right. Also, install a drive shaft loop, too, just in case your shaft lets loose. You don't want the front of your shaft to drop onto the ground, pile drive your rear end and end up pole vaulting the entire truck.

05-26-2010, 04:38 PM	#10
Jwill41 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Farmers Branch, Tx Posts: 1,009	Re: My shaft is too short thats what she said __________________ http://www.picturetrail.com/jwill41 67 1/2 ton GMC short step side 68 1/2 ton Chevy long fleet side 72 1/2 ton Chevy Suburban 99 1/2 ton Chevy Suburban founder (and only member) of the primer/clearcoat club

05-26-2010, 05:39 PM	#11
tim21391 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Salina, Kansas Posts: 1,998	Re: My shaft is too short sorry i had to chime in.. when i first seen the title i about spit the pop i was drinkin out from laughing haha.. sry i just had to comment __________________ 1972 C-10...402/400..flowmaster 40 series 1967 Mustang 347 stroker/C-4 1966 Mustang 289/3-speed 2013 Mustang V6/6speed w/300 ponies I may be 23, but i sure do knows 67-72s are sexy! Its not MPG its smiles per gallon! build started 11/25/08 build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=2993796

05-26-2010, 05:40 PM	#12
68 c10 ls2 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Minnesota Posts: 157	Re: My shaft is too short check with the shop that is going to do the new drive shaft 1st!!!! I all the drive shafts that i have ever replaced they have ALWAYS told me to put the truck on the ground "normal ride height" put the yoke all the way in to the back of the trans and the measure from center to center of each U joint loops and they will take out what is needed.

05-26-2010, 06:27 PM	#13
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,692	Re: My shaft is too short Many of us have the same problem, but few of us will admit to it publicly. __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay Last edited by Stocker; 05-26-2010 at 06:28 PM.

05-26-2010, 07:48 PM	#14
Leviticus Shake and Bake! Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Central Coast, CA Posts: 609	Re: My shaft is too short I am pretty sure they make pills for that... __________________ "All tyranny needs to gain a foothold is for people of good conscience to remain silent." Thomas Jefferson "You are remembered for the rules you break." General Douglas MacArthur "Support Our Troops And The NRA"

05-26-2010, 08:18 PM	#15
SOON2BLAZE Account Suspended Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Southern UT Posts: 906	Re: My shaft is too short Ya gotta get peoples attention somehow! I always appreciate the humor on the board ( which rubbers are the best, lets see your double D's ect... thanks for all the input, found a longer slip yoke on Denny drive shaft today.

05-27-2010, 02:18 AM	#16
tim21391 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Salina, Kansas Posts: 1,998	Re: My shaft is too short i like that double d thread on here haha __________________ 1972 C-10...402/400..flowmaster 40 series 1967 Mustang 347 stroker/C-4 1966 Mustang 289/3-speed 2013 Mustang V6/6speed w/300 ponies I may be 23, but i sure do knows 67-72s are sexy! Its not MPG its smiles per gallon! build started 11/25/08 build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=2993796

05-27-2010, 02:00 PM	#18
71meangreenc10 Its a Truck Thing...... Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Sierra Vista, Arizona Posts: 3,179	Re: My shaft is too short This is just one post that really should be titled differently.....I am just saying.... Smitty __________________ 71 C10 283/3SPD Full Resto 71 GMC 1500 Sierra Grande http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=518599 70 C10 Suburban Former military GSA truck. 72 Chevy Blazer 4X4, Sloppy Jo, Mountain Climber. Wife says no more trucks. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=707378 72 GMC 1 Ton Motor Home, wife said no more trucks until she saw this one. Gen 3 6.0/4L80E 4.10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=761110 68 GMC Suburban was 3/4 ton, now 1/2.Wife shook her head 71 C30 Wrecker 71 C20 Scott-Bilt As weird as it gets..BB Cheyenne AC Truck 68 GMC Long Stepside. They keep following me home 69 C30 Former Motor Home, Flat Bed time 70 G20 Red-E-Kamp Conversion "I'm your Boogy Van"

05-27-2010, 08:11 PM	#20
Jacfourteen Big Red - Now its a SWB! Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Oroville, Ca Posts: 1,624	Re: My shaft is too short Funny stuff! glad you got it figured out. __________________ 68 3/4 ton (Project)-350 Small Block, .030 over, 10:1 comp, 3998993 heads, C3BX edelbrock intake, comp cams XE268, Holley 670 SA, long tube headers, dual flow 40's, E-fan, Alum rad, currently under the knife getting shortened and bagged build thread 41 3/4 ton (wife's)-flatbed, fully restored to original 01 Tahoe LT 4WD (my daily driver)-Magnaflow Muffler, Rollin on 22's 02 Ford Mustang Convertable (Wife's Car)-Flowmaster 50, Clear corners, Intake, sittin on 18's

05-27-2010, 08:51 PM	#21
72gmcshorty Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: North Delta, British Columbia Posts: 1,344	Re: My shaft is too short Don't forget...it's not the length of the shaft that matters, it's how you use it that counts.... __________________ 1992 Gmc 2wd 1972 Chevy Blazer 2wd



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