Drive shaft length

[65fastbackresto]

This prob stupid question, but it wont be my first.

6 cyl to 302 conv in a 65 Mustang, yall told me before that I can use the same crossmember that holds the transmision. Can I use the same driveshaft too? C-4 tranny.

 

[latamud]

You can, but it is smaller than the V8 driveshaft. If you're just cruising it'll be okay. Replace the U-joints if they are in need.

 

[BlackGMC]

You might want to get the driveshaft balanced while you have it out.

 

[HistoricMustang]

You might want to get the driveshaft balanced while you have it out.

Rotate your drive shaft in the U-joint before paying for a balance.

Also, another trick. Apply a hose clamp to the drive shaft and rotate the clamp until the vibration goes away. This could also save some hassle and a few bucks!

HistoricMustang
www.historicmustang.com

 

[latamud]

Rotate your drive shaft in the U-joint before paying for a balance.

Also, another trick. Apply a hose clamp to the drive shaft and rotate the clamp until the vibration goes away. This could also save some hassle and a few bucks!

HistoricMustang
www.historicmustang.com

WOW! Awesome! I love these old school tricks.

 

[65fastbackresto]

Thanks for the tips

I LOVE that hose clamp trick, that is cool. How would I know if the driveshaft thats in it now was a V-8 driveshaft or 6 cyl drive shaft. Anybody knows the dims on the 2? Its pretty big, and I`ve found alot of other evidence that a V-8 has been in this car before.