Spydershaft 4" driveshaft, worth it?

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03-11-2009, 11:14 AM

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Mudflap

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Another thing that has me concerned is I read some people recommend getting adjustable upper and lower control arms to adjust the pinion angle? I am sort of confused on whether I should get it or not.. I know it’s a good price, but will the difference in HP be worth it?

You should notice a gain for sure due to the reduction in rotating mass compared to the stock piece. For the money, I'd do it.

03-11-2009, 11:50 AM

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If you were doing this swap, what would you do? I am also installing duals. Should I do the shaft before I install the duals? Probably make it easier to get to the bolts?

03-12-2009, 08:37 AM

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I have heard some people say it needs to be rebalanced after installation, is this true?

03-12-2009, 04:46 PM

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anyone?

03-12-2009, 04:51 PM

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if there is a vibration

03-12-2009, 05:59 PM

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Great price, half the weight, less rotating mass, quicker response... do it. I believe they were tested at 600HP. I got mine a couple years ago, it might be more. The balancing, if needed, has to be done before install, off the car. They come balanced from the manufacturer but after 3 years use you never know. Did the previous owner complain of vibration?

03-12-2009, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by onederful100

how much hp/tq did the guy have when his DS snapped?

IDK, I'd guess it was 475-500 area,it was a GT500 pullied and tuned

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I have heard some people say it needs to be rebalanced after installation, is this true?

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if there is a vibration

index it first and rotate it 180* solves the issue most of the time, also the pinion angle should be checked and be ~-2*

03-13-2009, 08:36 AM

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IM PISSED!!! I was going to go pick it up (Its in Austin im in Houston) today after work but he sold it :-( . *** my life,Im itching to buy something!! I really want to just get s s/c or turbo then