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Old 09-24-2011, 10:09 PM
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Red face Swapped Steel Driveshaft for Aluminum today

I know the opinions on the mild benefits, but I decided to go ahead anyhow, since I've already done many of the other more important mods...

Here's a comparison pic below (I did some mild polishing on the aluminum)...

Also, my 1 piece steel shaft is for sale!
FS: '82-'02 Camaro/Firebird Steel OEM Drive Shaft - Camaro Forums - Chevy Camaro Enthusiast Forum

Any of you still with a 2-piece shaft (93-97), upgrading to a 1-piece is a must do, and EASY JOB!
 
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Old 09-24-2011, 10:12 PM
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I want a one peice. But im to cheap to buy one.
 
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Old 09-25-2011, 01:29 AM
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Heard that^
 
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Old 09-25-2011, 10:22 AM
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nice upgrade. i need a one piece shaft because my two piece is about to fall apart on me and i wanted to upgrade anyways. tho i wish i had the money for it now but without any work, i cant make money to get it
 
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Old 09-25-2011, 07:15 PM
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Originally Posted by buck658
nice upgrade. i need a one piece shaft because my two piece is about to fall apart on me and i wanted to upgrade anyways. tho i wish i had the money for it now but without any work, i cant make money to get it
I'm in the same boat as you. But once I'm done school in 4 weeks I'll get my raise and be back to work. Oh I can't wait. Nothing like wanting to do upgrades but only having an income of $1600 a month and over $2000 in bills to pay. Gotta love life.
 
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Old 09-25-2011, 09:37 PM
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I just got one even though I already have a one piece, mainly because I don't like have a rusty old driveshaft in there. Haven't put it in yet though.
 
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Old 09-26-2011, 03:22 PM
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A rusty driveshaft isn't a problem, unless the rust is going all the way through -- unlikely on a '98...


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I just got one even though I already have a one piece, mainly because I don't like have a rusty old driveshaft in there. Haven't put it in yet though.
 
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Old 09-26-2011, 04:31 PM
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The only benefit to changing to an aluminum one is if you run over somebody, they can say ooooooh, nice shiny driveshaft!
Your engine isn't going to feel the 4 lb. difference in spun weight, but your wallet will notice a big difference.
 

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Old 09-28-2011, 02:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Camaro 69
The only benefit to changing to an aluminum one is if you run over somebody, they can say ooooooh, nice shiny driveshaft!
That's what I would say.
 
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Old 09-28-2011, 02:56 PM
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Originally Posted by Camaro 69
The only benefit to changing to an aluminum one is if you run over somebody, they can say ooooooh, nice shiny driveshaft!
Your engine isn't going to feel the 4 lb. difference in spun weight, but your wallet will notice a big difference.
hahaha that post humored me.
 


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