KenshinX Posted September 20, 2010 Share Posted September 20, 2010 (edited) I bought a custom basically new driveshaft off the forums here a few months ago and measured it out to be 29 and 1/4" which is what several post and sites state for swapping a T5 into a s30 model. Well mechanic says it doesnt fit I cant see why; the only difference between my car and others are the r200. I am using stock r180. My specs are L28ET into a early model 260z with BW T-5 and stock r180. From my knowledge i thought that all the diff r180 to r200 were the same length so whats the deal? I dont wanna pay another $400 for something i dont need. I'm going to the shop on tuesday to see for myself. I just wanted to know what everyone elses measurements are? Thanks. Edited September 20, 2010 by KenshinX Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
z-ya Posted September 22, 2010 Share Posted September 22, 2010 Maybe that is why the guy was selling it? With a custom drive shaft you should always measure the correct length and have it fabricated or one shortened. Also, make sure to have it balanced or you will have a drivetrain vibration. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KenshinX Posted September 22, 2010 Author Share Posted September 22, 2010 (edited) Thanks, yea I found out that it was indeed too long(it measured out to be 31" not 29 1/4"). My mechanic said that it could be used for a 280zx coupe especially since it has removable U-joints. A new one has been ordered to the exact specifications. Hard lesson learned but nevertheless it couldve been worse. Edited September 22, 2010 by KenshinX Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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