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Old 10-04-2014, 08:42 PM   #1
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Aluminum driveshaft ?

Anyone have some suggestions here ? Im looking to run aluminum for weight reasons. I have looked at.125 wall 3".All feedback here will be appreciated.

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Old 10-04-2014, 09:00 PM   #2
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Re: Aluminum driveshaft ?

LWB or SWB? I would suggest 3.5" or 4". Look under modern GM trucks for nice examples. If you're having one made, consult with Denny's, they're known as the best.
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Old 10-04-2014, 10:06 PM   #4
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Re: Aluminum driveshaft ?

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LWB or SWB? I would suggest 3.5" or 4". Look under modern GM trucks for nice examples. If you're having one made, consult with Denny's, they're known as the best.
Short wide bed,
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Old 10-05-2014, 12:22 AM   #5
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Re: Aluminum driveshaft ?

I see them at the junkyard all the time. I think Chevys. Not sure if they use 1350 joints.
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