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Old 06-27-2010, 05:40 PM   #1
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lwb to swb driveshaft question

do most guys that do the long to short conversion just buy a swb driveshaft? or do they get their lwb one shortened? is either way better or cheaper? thanks.
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Old 06-27-2010, 07:40 PM   #2
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Re: lwb to swb driveshaft question

You could shorten the rear d/shaft. If you plan on lowering it id build a one piece shaft for less u/joint angle issues.
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Old 06-27-2010, 08:21 PM   #3
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Re: lwb to swb driveshaft question

Go to a one-piece driveshaft and eliminate several potential problems at the same time.

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Old 06-27-2010, 09:28 PM   #4
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Re: lwb to swb driveshaft question

I had mine shortened on my 93 that way they balance it and all.
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Old 06-28-2010, 08:50 PM   #5
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Re: lwb to swb driveshaft question

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I had mine shortened on my 93 that way they balance it and all.
Did a shop in okc build your driveshaft?
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Old 06-28-2010, 10:02 PM   #6
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Did a shop in okc build your driveshaft?
Yeah i work at Inland truck parts in the city so i just made mine on a Saturday.
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Old 06-28-2010, 10:39 PM   #7
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Yeah i work at Inland truck parts in the city so i just made mine on a Saturday.
Do they make drive shafts? Im gonna need one built in the next few months..
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