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Old Jul 2, 2002 | 02:28 AM
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LT1/LS1 driveshaft on 3rd gen?

I've got a aluminum driveshaft and was wondering if it would fit on my '91 RS. I am pretty sure it will, but wasn't sure if it would mess up the speedo readings. Anyway, thanks in advance for any replies!
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Old Jul 2, 2002 | 07:37 AM
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I do believe it will fit iwth no problems.
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Old Jul 2, 2002 | 12:41 PM
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Yeah it will built right in. I have a 3 inch LS1 driveshaft and its awesome.
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Old Jul 2, 2002 | 06:19 PM
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It's a little harder to install due to it's greater diameter, but it's a direct swap.
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Old Jul 2, 2002 | 10:14 PM
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is it heavier or lighter then a 3rd gen aluminum??
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Old Jul 3, 2002 | 01:08 PM
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i believe its a tad heavier but of the bigger diameter3 inch but i have one and i like it alot.. i think that my ls1 driveshaft is capable of handling higher speeds the the stock 2.5 incher..
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Old Jul 3, 2002 | 03:01 PM
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Breathment, let me know when you do the swap, if its lighter or heaver, and if it pluged right in their. I am looking to do this to mine if its worth it on a daily street driver.
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Old Jul 3, 2002 | 05:51 PM
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its not heavier its lighter. I noticed better acceration along with no vibrations at high way speeds.
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Old Jul 8, 2002 | 03:17 AM
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The driveshaft will make a significant difference. However, replace your U joints with nongreaseable solid ones if your running more power.


Duffman your from Temecula!!! Looking for people in the area!COOL

WOW there's one other THIRDGENNER that exists in that city of an import nest !

There is Hope in this world! :lala:

Maybe I'll see you on the road.

Ed

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Old Aug 12, 2002 | 12:40 AM
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will the LS1/LT1 driveshaft drop right in with a 700 R4 or only with manual trannys? I don't know for sure if there is a difference between the lengths of the driveshafts or not...

Thanks,
Mike
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Old Aug 12, 2002 | 11:05 AM
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T-5 and 700 cars use the same driveshaft length.
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