LS Swap Help: Drive Shaft

Basic Setup

Drive shaft angles can be a tricky subject. We don't recommend running anything more than a 15° working angle without a CV driveshaft. Example: the drive shaft is at 20° and the engine trans angle is 5° meaning the working angle would be 15°.
 
Proper Geometry for Conventional Two Joint Drive Shaft:
*Centerline of Pinion on differential & transmission are parallel


Proper Geometry for C.V. Drive Shaft:
*Centerline of Pinion on differential points at transfer case output

 

Anything Scout Recommendations

Below are typical setups for Anything Scout. However, options may differ depending on your specific setup. So make sure you understand the concepts and needs before choosing your layout. 

  • Stock Height - No changes needed. Get a new length drive shaft and hit the road!
  • 2.5" Lift - Two joint slip drive shaft, with slip yoke eliminator kit on NP241c.
  • 4"+ Lift - C.V. drive shaft, with slip yoke eliminator kit on NP241c.
    *This option will likely require the pinion angle to be raised.

 

    How to Measure Your Drive Shaft:

    Standard Applications: Measure with weight on the suspension.
    Reverse Shackle, Revolver Shackle, and Buggy Spring Applications: Measure fully compressed and fully extended.
    • Measure from
      Reverse Slip to
      Fixed Yoke:
    • Measure from
      Fixed Yoke to
      Fixed Yoke:
    • Measure from
      Reverse Slip to
      Flanged Yoke:
    • Measure from
      Flanged Yoke to
      Flanged Yoke:
    • Measure from
      Flanged Yoke to
      Fixed Yoke:
     

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