Driveshaft decision to make

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07-29-2007, 08:53 PM

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RE: Driveshaft decision to make

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mine has been proven to hold up behind 500+rwhp manual trans drag cars with slicks launching at 5000rpms + If you have more than 700hp and plan on drag racing(hard launches) then you really need to upgrade the transmission to something stronger which then will require a different driveshaft (with an older style slip-yoke instead of the slip-joint).
Mine use the same type materials that others claim will withstand 900hp+.
6061 T6 aluminum tubing .110" thick and spicer 13 series ujoints.
they will withstand more than the rest of the stock drivetrain.
I always recommend the use of front and rear saftey loops mainly because they are required by NHRA and because our fuel tank surrounds the driveshaft which may cause a slight problem if you did experience a failure.

Ron which driveshaft loops do you suggest? I have a CHE Front loop but what about the rear?

Richard

The BMR rear loop kit fits on mine although I would suggest getting bolts that are slightly longer than the supplied boltsfor the loop. Mine are tight but they only come flush with the top of the nut, I'd be more comfortable if they show a couple of threads.There's plenty of room so two threads shouldn't rub.