Looks to me that the yoked was machined incorrectly. Did you notice if the flange was flat?
I doubt this
I doubt this
Group buy for double cardan driveshaft?
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You can't machine the back of the flange because it has a spigot that indexes with the output flange on the TC and diff to center the shaft.
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Dirty Koala
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I spoke with curtis, he said he machined the washer and nut side of the flange for that very reason.
Doubt what? That Spicers are in use, or that people admit to it?
That people are afraid to admit using spicer shafts due to the backlash from purists.
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The front end where the washers and nuts are looks like cast, hasn't been milled. Could he used another part? The spigot looks like it was milled since I see circular machining? Thanks.
Installed mine this morning. Fit perfectly. I am now driving around in vibration-free bliss. 
He machined only where the nut and washer sits, recessed if you will. Same part.
whats the final verdict on the quality of these drive shafts?
Only had it a few weeks, hard to say. Vibes are MOSTLY gone, I get small vibrations when I'm coasting at 60 and barely tap the gas. I'd say 95% of my vibes have been eliminated, but it's a joy to drive again. Taken the rig on a few off road trips and have had zero issues so far. John Bull, Dishpan, Holcomb....the normal Big Bear/SoCal stuff. Haven't broken it yet, but a few trips does not prove the quality. Let me beat on it over the next year or so and I may be able to provide a better review.
Should the splines be exposed? I was just wondering if these shafts should come with dust boots.
These are interesting at this price point but for peace of mind I think I will go with the Landtank dc drive shaft.
LFD2037
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Yes. No you don't want a boot.
Why is having a boot a bad thing? OEM has a lip seal to keep the dust/water out of the splines... figured this thing should have something to keep the internals clear of moisture and debris.
LFD2037
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Boots tends to not only allow dirt/debris/water in but they won't let them back out. Same as boots on shocks. YMMV.
anyone buy one and change their mind? I need a new shaft.
Perhaps there's enough demand for another group buy?
lost my patience and just called to order lol..
The Toyota. Shafts don't expose any splines. The seal seals against the outer yoke and provided they are greased regularly there is plenty of grease behind the seal to stop the infiltration of dirt and debris.
