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Old 01-11-2011, 07:57 PM
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Default Aluminum Driveshaft Quality
After a disapointing purchase of my first Aluminum Driveshaft I purchased one from the axle exhange and was very happy with the quality and workmanship
What a difference there was between the two products
The first one was 4", I had some clearance issues with the shifter so I opted for a 3.5" driveshaft.

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Old 01-11-2011, 10:35 PM
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This is the one I use. So far not a single issue with it.

http://coastdriveline.com/NEW_Mustang.htm

This is also the shop which installed my 3.73s.
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Old 01-11-2011, 11:02 PM
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Axle offers a 4" too and personally I don't care for the adapter, AE provides a factory pinion flange
Glad you are happy with yours
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ShaftMasters all the way!
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Old 01-14-2011, 12:03 AM
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Which one is needed for lowered cars again? The 3.5 or the 4?
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Old 01-14-2011, 04:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Avalanch3
Which one is needed for lowered cars again? The 3.5 or the 4?
The 3.5 is recommended if lowered.
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Are you going to sell the 4" one? if so I am interested.....

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Old 01-16-2011, 11:45 PM
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Originally Posted by rls82959
The 3.5 is recommended if lowered.
Thanks! It seems most the people on this forum go with Shaftmasters; might go that route later down the road.
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what are the benefits of an aluminum driveshaft?
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Originally Posted by aerbourne
what are the benefits of an aluminum driveshaft?
Weighs less which results in a few hp freed up and is stronger/more durable than the factory DS
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