Driveshafts
#2
Re: Driveshafts
They're lighter, truer, and a bit more reliable due to their thickness.
I think they've been dyno proven to add 6hp or something of that nature. I'm going with one soon as mine is out of balance slightly.
I think they've been dyno proven to add 6hp or something of that nature. I'm going with one soon as mine is out of balance slightly.
#3
Re: Driveshafts
Originally Posted by Rashiki
They're lighter, truer, and a bit more reliable due to their thickness.
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#4
Re: Driveshafts
Originally Posted by shoebox
An LS1 shaft is weaker than your stock steel one. A 1LE shaft may or may not be.
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#7
Re: Driveshafts
Originally Posted by bowtiepwr
>but you will get rid of unwanted vibrations... I have the 1LE driveshaft and its attached to my Strange 12 bolt with no modification.
#8
Re: Driveshafts
Typically I only recommend upgrading the steel shaft to a LS1 aluminum shaft if you are having vibration problems and having the Steel shaft re-balanced and u-joints does not cure the problem.
I personally don't see the need in spending the extra $$ on a DS if it's not needed. And when it is needed, the LS1 shaft is a good choice for a mild-bolt-on car; if you're making some serious HP and are looking for a new DS, then I suggest calling Denny's and ordering one of his guarenteed not to break Nitrous Ready shafts. His work is top quality, and has a wonderful reputation; I'm ran that shaft in my car when it was a bolt-on, and will be when it goes back together as a TT/N2O car.
I personally don't see the need in spending the extra $$ on a DS if it's not needed. And when it is needed, the LS1 shaft is a good choice for a mild-bolt-on car; if you're making some serious HP and are looking for a new DS, then I suggest calling Denny's and ordering one of his guarenteed not to break Nitrous Ready shafts. His work is top quality, and has a wonderful reputation; I'm ran that shaft in my car when it was a bolt-on, and will be when it goes back together as a TT/N2O car.
#9
Re: Driveshafts
I have a 1LE DS...its hanging in two pieces in my garage to remind me not to do that again...I have a 3" custom steel one now...I'll lose a tid bit of power to avoid that catastrophe again...
--Alan
--Alan
#10
Re: Driveshafts
I was suprised at the difference in acceleration going from stock LT1 to LPE aluminum. I didn't really expect to notice much difference but I could actually feel it. I'd say its worth it.
#11
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If you ever plan on running a sticky tire then a good aftermarket DS is a must.
I run a Dennys Nitrous ready shaft in my bolt on car and because its cheap insurance I run a DS loop as well.
I run a Dennys Nitrous ready shaft in my bolt on car and because its cheap insurance I run a DS loop as well.
#13
Re: Driveshafts
Originally Posted by Geardrive63
It's jsut a bolt on LT1. I run nitto 555rs though...
Also, im considering going with a 2500 stal, im assuming i should get the aluminum ds then?
Also, im considering going with a 2500 stal, im assuming i should get the aluminum ds then?
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