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JNickel101 said:Welcome to , where sarcasm flows like (insert random metaphor here)
If you think this setup is just "blindly run" by a bunch of ignorant idiots, simply because it fits, you should do much more searching and reading...
Dave41079 said:It's pretty simple. Lots of guys run it with no issues. That's real world experience. Anything can, and will break at some point on some vehicle. I've seen Tom Woods shafts busted and they're designed to handle 100% of the engine torque, right? The bottom line here is if you don't feel comfortable with a relatively inexpensive mod that works for numerous individuals who obviously don't baby their vehicles, then there are MANY other manufacturers out there who would be more than happy to sell you a driveshaft to give you peace of mind. That being said, don't tase me, bro.
Frankkl said:The front shaft can, and will andle 100% of the torque. Many will say its even stronger than the stock rear shaft.
I am running one, its kinda short but works fine. 4'' lift, 8.25 rear.
copbait said:stronger than the rear? interesting, i haven't heard that before.
despite what some of you may think i do hope it's true, as i said i do like the idea of having the same shaft in front and back. i was just hoping that maybe someone in the business has done some sort of testing on that front shaft, or measured it's strength and construction in some scientific way. can it's tube dimensions be compared to other rear shafts that are available? if so how does it compare?
xalexjx said:the wall on the front shafts is much thicker then the wall on the rear shafts.. that wont fail though unless its dented by a rock.. On a front shaft the u-joint or slip joint will break first.. whats the big deal.. run it till it breaks then replace it.. Ive ran mine for over a year now with now problems.. And I do a lot of wheeling on it.. Everyweekend and twice a week after work
copbait said:when you think about it, the front end is only designed to handle 50% of the engine torque. so why would you want to use those parts in the rear which needs to be able to handle 100% of the torque?
don't get me wrong, i like the idea of only having to carry one spare, but i just don't know how strong the front shaft actually is. are there any specs or ratings on it we can compare to other shafts?
ChrisRFewell said:x2
a XJ front is heavier than a XJ rear..it does have thicker tubing. cop bait you seem to know alot about the front shaft..how about you give us the numbers??? you seem to know alot to be arguing???
copbait said:can you show me any specs that the front driveshaft is designed to handle 100% of the engine torque? something besides "a lot of other people are running it" or "tried and true".
copbait said:obviously not many, if any, people have having problems with breakage
copbait said:maybe i'm just overthinking things though.
Georgia Mike said:See, you said it for yourselfsalimoneus said:obviously not many, if any, people have having problems with breakage
Frankkl said:Where did you get the info that the front shaft is designed to handle 50%? If you know something we dont, please tell us. I think that users wont be able to get you the info you want. Call Chrysler.