What does an upgraded driveshaft do?

Upgraded aftermarket driveshafts have the extra length, and strength, needed to accommodate these changes. Another reason to upgrade your driveshafts doesn’t have to do with lift kits at all, but engine power. A stronger aftermarket driveshaft has the toughness to put up with that extra needed power.

What are the benefits of an aluminum driveshaft?

The Advantages Typically, switching to an aluminum shaft will mean reducing the weight by anywhere from 10 to 20 pounds. This decrease in weight benefits the engine as well, as weight is magnified when it needs to rotate, just as driveshafts do. The less weight that needs to be rotated, the easier it is on your engine.

How do I choose a driveshaft?

There are many factors to be considered when selecting a driveshaft. They include the type of shaft material, diameter, thickness and length, yokes, and U-joints that are properly rated for the task at hand.

Are carbon fiber driveshafts worth it?

After use and testing of those three types though the years, a carbon-fiber shaft is the best and safest way to go. When a steel or aluminum driveshaft fails, damage can be costly (motor, trans, rear axle, exhaust, body) and injuries to the driver can occur.

How thick are drive shafts?

.083-inch
According to Raymond, the common driveshaft thickness is . 083-inch wall, so despite what we know about chassis tubing where chromoly is stronger and can therefore be thinner, driveshaft tubing is produced at a more standard thickness due to these critical manufacturing tolerances.

What type of steel is used in drive shafts?

Most drive-shafts are made of forged steel with aiding high-grade steel to avoid rapid failure. The high-grade steel has high strength to withstand tensile and compression loads so that it can withstand fatigue and dynamic loads. Also, in some cases composite materials are used to gain special properties.

How much HP can a aluminum driveshaft handle?

An aluminum driveshaft will support up to 900 lb-ft or 900 to 1,000 hp, making it a great lightweight choice for most muscle cars. However, it is not as strong as steel, so some custom driveshaft shops do not have twist guarantees on aluminum driveshafts.

Is an aluminum driveshaft worth it?

Aluminum driveshafts are great for a few reasons. First, they’re a lot stronger than the stock driveshafts. They will also provide a lot better throttle response compared to a stock driveshaft. Since there is less weight for the engine to have to push, your right foot will be more efficient.

How heavy is a driveshaft?

A 3.5″ o.d. shaft made of chrom-moly tips the scales at 20.6 pounds. Aluminum is by far more popular, and M-W’s exclusive 7075 alloy driveshafts are 13.7 pounds. A 3.5″ o.d. 7075 shaft weighs about 33\% less than an equal size chrom-moly shaft.

What is a 1350 U joint?

Non-cross-drilled Heavy Duty 1350 U Joint The Thrust washers in each bearing cap is to eliminate metal on metal contact preventing wear and lower overall operating temperature. It is non-greaseable design that is factory lubed with synthetic grease for excellent friction reduction.

How much HP can a carbon fiber driveshaft handle?

“They can handle up to 1,500 hp with a max rated torque of 1,000 lb-ft.

What is the strongest drive shaft?

The step up from DOM steel would be chrome-moly, which is the strongest possible material and usually seen in Pro Stock cars. Chrome-moly steel tubing can be heat-treated as well, raising the torsional strength 22 percent and increasing the critical speed 19 percent.