Tim240z Posted August 19, 2002 Share Posted August 19, 2002 Well, I got my solid driveshaft on Friday, and got to work on Sat. Morning. I was horrified to see how far out the gearbox and R230 were (the Driveshaft is straight to .08"). Well, needless to say I had to modify the tranny mount and basically start over on the diff mount, but all is done, and although I couldn't get the alignment 100%, it is only a ball hair out, probably straighter than any OEM setup. Pics were uploaded this morning. Sorry to say that FreeServers won't allow image linking, so you'll hafta go to the page if you want to see. I should have my adapters this week (maybe tomorrow), then I can measure and order my sideshafts . Pics page Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueovalz Posted August 19, 2002 Share Posted August 19, 2002 Truely "uncharted territory" here. When you say solid driveshaft, that's exactly what you meant. Can't wait to see how it all works out with some miles on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim240z Posted August 19, 2002 Author Share Posted August 19, 2002 Terry, The solid driveshaft is for one time alignment use. I can actually throw it away now if I wanted to. Not sure if you thought I was actually going to run it that way....not a good idea I think. Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SleeperZ Posted August 19, 2002 Share Posted August 19, 2002 Originally posted by Tim240Z:Pics were uploaded this morning. Sorry to say that FreeServers won't allow image linking, so you'll hafta go to the page if you want to see. Pics page Tim No wonder they don't allow linking, then they couldn't do the 3 or 4 popup windows for advertising That is some very nice work there - truly the most bullet-proof IRS one can bolt in. (Keeping in mind the C4 vette IRS is not "bolt-in"). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pparaska Posted August 19, 2002 Share Posted August 19, 2002 Man, beautiful stuff. Makes me want to redo my car with an R230. Nah, my wimpy little 327 won't break the R200/CVs anyway . That pinion is nice and low in the car and should really help keep the u-joint angles low! SHWEET! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim240z Posted August 20, 2002 Author Share Posted August 20, 2002 No wonder they don't allow linking, then they couldn't do the 3 or 4 popup windows for advertising Yeah SleeperZ, they get you hooked on their service, and after uploading all your stuff they change the rules on you to get you to pay up....bastards!!! Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Anonymous Posted August 20, 2002 Share Posted August 20, 2002 Tim....As always amazing ingenuity. I never could understand tranny/drive shaft/diff angles phasing(?) but a solid drive shaft... that I understand! Only one way to go and that is the right way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim240z Posted August 21, 2002 Author Share Posted August 21, 2002 BTW, I no longer need this driveshaft (solid one), so I would be more than willing to "loan" it out. It is 27 inches long (from the base of the splines - where it meets the u-joint housing to the mating face of the diff side flange). It would likely work with other diffs (providing the length works) even though the flange won't bolt up, it will give a very good idea by looking at the gap between the driveshaft flange and the diff flange. Obviously shipping from and back to me would be on y'all. Thought I would put it out there. Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeromio Posted August 21, 2002 Share Posted August 21, 2002 Dammit! About 2 months too late for me. That's a nice offer though. Would've made my swap much easier. I think for an undoc'd swap (Such as the LS1), this would be a very key tool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Thurem Posted August 27, 2002 Share Posted August 27, 2002 Is that a sollid diffmount or do you have a rubber damper in there that I didn't see? Thure Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim240z Posted August 27, 2002 Author Share Posted August 27, 2002 Thure, The diff has bushings in the mounting 'ears' and a rubber/steel washer for the top (very similar to the ones that the mustache bar uses. Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mobythevan Posted August 27, 2002 Share Posted August 27, 2002 So is the alignment driveshaft straight or does it have some angle to it. I can't tell from the picture. You have to have some angle on the u-joints in the driveshaft right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
denny411 Posted August 27, 2002 Share Posted August 27, 2002 Tim240z, are you planning to sell the flange adaptors any time soon? if so I`m interested. I could have them made by a friend who is a machinist, but if the price is right I`ll take a pair of yours. I`m in no big hurry,I just like to keep the ball rollin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim240z Posted August 28, 2002 Author Share Posted August 28, 2002 Moby, The solid driveshaft is perfectly straight, but the diff and gearbox are not perfectly aligned (not easily possible), but I had the driveshaft made straight so that I know exactly where I stand on alignment. Denny: The flange adapters can be available anytime, the price is going to depend on how many orders come in (group purchase)....Probably somewhere in the region of 250 or so, or a bit less if there is enough interest....I haven't discussed this with my machinist at length yet, but that is what he said in passing. Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLKMGK Posted August 29, 2002 Share Posted August 29, 2002 I'm interested but mostly interested in someone coming up with a mostly bolt-in "kit". I've STILL not gotten off of my butt to do the ZXT CVs on my R200 but the puddle of gear oil under the diff can't be good last I looked. Work to be done there but tough to get motivated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
denny411 Posted September 5, 2002 Share Posted September 5, 2002 Approximately how long does the driveshaft have to be? I have to have one shipped, and I don`t want to pay for the whole thing when the could cut off only what I need(+ a little extra) You said your solid one is 27". Would 32" be enough to be safe? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim240z Posted September 5, 2002 Author Share Posted September 5, 2002 Denny, Depends on your transmission type (length) and engine placement. I am having my final shaft made 27 inches long, so I'm sure that 32 inches will give you PLENTY of room to cut, but why put the cart before the horse? Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
denny411 Posted September 5, 2002 Share Posted September 5, 2002 I got a real good deal on all of the parts, the yard I`m dealing with is going strictly european, and clearing out all Japanese inventory. i can get the shaft now for about 15 bucks + shipping. I should have less than 375.00 in the diff,4 shafts and the driveshaft, including shipping some pieces they didn`t have off while I was there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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