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73-87 Chevy _ GMC Trucks => Engine/Drivetrain => Topic started by: 06gsxrman1000 on August 02, 2008, 08:08:31 AM

Title: drive shaft angle
Post by: 06gsxrman1000 on August 02, 2008, 08:08:31 AM
i have a 87 gmc 1ton dually 4*4. the cross member that holds up the carrier bearring was rotted bad. i cant find a new one so i am gonna have to make one. my only concern is what is the proper angle of the driveshaft and how do u find the proper angle?
Title: Re: drive shaft angle
Post by: VileZambonie on August 02, 2008, 10:33:45 AM
Someone with a 2 piece would have to measure the factory angles for you between the two shafts to give you a good number. You can measure it with an angle finder.

Have you considered a one piece shaft? I had Camerota's build me this one to replace my 2 piece.

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Title: Re: drive shaft angle
Post by: 06gsxrman1000 on August 02, 2008, 07:44:14 PM
is that place in ct and how much $ did that set u back. that drive shaft is a piece of art
Title: Re: drive shaft angle
Post by: VileZambonie on August 03, 2008, 09:05:43 AM
Yeah Camerota truck parts in Enfield. I did a ton of work on their sales reps 55 chevy so he hooked me up with a good deal but the guy in the driveshaft shop is cool. I'm sure he'd give you the best deal he can.

http://www.camerota.com/