In article <fcmjpf$5v2$1@bent.twistedbits.net>, jon@dakota-truck.net writes:
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> >> >
> >> No issue whatsoever running with the front shaft removed.
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> > WHAT?!? Dude - yer friggin wheel came off!! So did mine!
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> Tom, I am pretty sure they're talking about the driveshaft (from
> xfer case to diff), not the axle shafts.
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Yes I see that now after having read the posts today. Heh. a "double cardan"
set up is what is on the front drive shaft - sometimes called a "CV Joint".
Nothing more than a terminology confusion here (SORRY MIKE!) hehe...
Typically in the autoparts world - a CV shaft is considered the shaft on the
AXLE. "CV" - constant velocity is basically a generic term, used to denote any
type of joint where there is movement to allow two joined shafts to operate at
angles. Calling that double cardan joint a CV joint - while technically
correct - will usually confuse most parts store staff :)
And yes - there is no problem driving with the front drive SHAFT removed from
the truck :)
Terrible Tom
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