Tatton forward drive shaft installation issues (1 Viewer)

[E Cube]

So I finally decided to pull the trigger and get a Tatton DC forward drive shaft for my LX450. I went with CJ Tatton given I heard great things about the quality of his work. When I tried to install and connect the CV to the T-case it would not slide into place. The CV’s circular holes would not clear the T-case bolt screw and get stuck. I tried sliding the DC several times but it was a NOGO. However when I placed the front differential bolt screws into from the DC CV no issues so the holes are the right size. So I decided to reinstall the OEM drive shaft and slid it in place with no issues. What gives? What am I doing wrong? Has anyone else come across this issue? Anyone have time to help me out? I’m in Tucson but I can drive over to anyone’s house so we can knock it out.

 

[BILT4ME]

So I finally decided to pull the trigger and get a Tatton DC forward drive shaft for my LX450. I went with CJ Tatton given I heard great things about the quality of his work. When I tried to install and connect the CV to the T-case it would not slide into place. The CV’s circular holes would not clear the T-case bolt screw and get stuck. I tried sliding the DC several times but it was a NOGO. However when I placed the front differential bolt screws into from the DC CV no issues so the holes are the right size. So I decided to reinstall the OEM drive shaft and slid it in place with no issues. What gives? What am I doing wrong? Has anyone else come across this issue? Anyone have time to help me out? I’m in Tucson but I can drive over to anyone’s house so we can knock it out.

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[zapatius]

I would recommend returning and getting the Landtank DC shaft

 

[mudplacement]

Mine dropped in just fine, did you feed him the wrong length?