Found out something disappointing about my driveshaft today
02-07-2010, 04:20 PM
#11
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I agree that losing weight in the drivetrain, even if only 6 pounds, is still a good thing. Coupled with stronger, smoother operation, I think you still did ok. I just ordered my 3.5 aluminum ds from shaftmasters on Saturday. David was awesome and answered all of my questions. I should have it this week and will hopefully put it on next weekend. I'll give a full report then.
02-07-2010, 06:20 PM
#12
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The V6 has a one piece steel driveshaft stock. The GT has a 2 piece driveshaft that weighs a ton. Switching to an aluminum driveshaft on a GT literally feels like the car lost 500 pounds and there is a significant improvement. With the V6 there won't be so much of an improvement since they already come with a light one piece shaft.
02-07-2010, 07:05 PM
#13
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We are sorry if you are dissappointed with the weight saving with our driveshaft. We take pride in the fact that we make a honest effort to not mislead or exaggerate what you can expect from our driveshaft. The V-6 Mustang OEM driveshaft doesn't weigh nearly as much as the GT driveshaft because the V-6 is a one-piece driveshaft whereas the GT is a two-piece. I have looked at our store and haven't seen on it where we claim that the V-6 OEM driveshaft weighs 39lbs. If you are not happy with your purchase you have 30 days from the date of delivery to return for a full refund. Feel free to let us know if that is your wish.
02-07-2010, 07:15 PM
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02-08-2010, 09:10 AM
#17
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My question is why does ford factory feel that steel 2 piece is the best option on the GT's when it obvious that a 1 piece aluminum is the best option...Is it because steel is cheaper then aluminum....thank god for the aftermarket!!!!!
02-08-2010, 10:22 AM
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I would advise any sixers that want a DS to get the absolute lightest possible. Looking back I didnt want to spend $200 for 2lbs lighter, but now thinking about it, it is really worth it for a sixer.
02-08-2010, 10:46 AM
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While taking pictures of my stock DS I decided to weigh it and see how much I really saved. Everywhere says the stock shaft weighs about 40LB but let the picture tell the real story. Thats right it only weighs 24.5LB! I weighed my shaftmasters when I got it and it was 18.5lbs, so I spent $500 to save 6lbs. Maybe the GT shaft weighs 40lbs? Kinda sucks but what are you gonna do I guess. Now I am rethinking whether it was my shorties or my DS that made it feel faster since they were done at the same time.
02-08-2010, 11:11 AM
#20
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The scale is accurate guys, the DS wasnt touching the floor I check, and I stood it straight up and got the same weight. Also I weighed my shaftmasters when I got it on that same scale and it weighed 18.5lbs which is exactly what they stated, so im sure its accurate. Anyway im not really that mad about it, definitely keeping it, but just slightly disappointed. No sites state what the V6 shafts weighs, they all just talk about the GT weighing so much. Just wanted to make people aware.
