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rear driveshaft - mine is 1 piece, why are some 2 piece?

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Old 02-21-2008, 05:58 PM
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rear driveshaft - mine is 1 piece, why are some 2 piece?
Just wondering why some trucks (2003-2007)have a two piece rear shaft, and some have a 1 piece??? Mine is a 1 piece.
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Do you have the 6 foot bed? If so, that is why I believe.
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well that makes sense.
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my 03 six foot bed is a 2 piece.
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well now i am confused.
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hmm. i wonder if it is due to drive train options.. gears, or trans. maybe even rearand size. if they differ.
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mine is a G56 (manual) with 3.73's
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Originally Posted by 03RAMBUNCTIOUS
hmm. i wonder if it is due to drive train options.. gears, or trans. maybe even rearand size. if they differ.
You've got a 2wd truck. Without the transfer case hanging off the back of the transmission the driveshaft is too long for safety (see critical speed).
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Ummm, mine is 2WD with a one piece aluminum driveshaft. The confusion continues...
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The 07.5 is a 1 piece. The 04' is a 2-piece.
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Sounds like it is a lottery as to what driveshaft you get.
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I've got 2006 Reg cab,8' bed, 4X4, auto with 3.73,11.5 rear end and mines a one pc. shaft.
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6', 8', quad cab, reg cab, extended cab, 2x4, 4x4, 5sp, 6sp........ all factors in wheelbase.
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