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the drive shaft on a 1951 conv
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marko1943 |
04-18-2017 @ 3:08 PM
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what is the length of the drive shaft on a 1951 for convert igot two with the car
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trjford8 |
04-19-2017 @ 8:17 AM
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Your driveshaft should have approximately 3/4" free play. If you have two shafts put each one into the transmission until it stops. Then pull back 3/4" and see which one lines up into the yoke of the rear end.
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deluxe40 |
04-19-2017 @ 12:38 PM
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It's a little tricky to measure on a convertible without two people and a lift. The chassis parts book shows different assemblies for Fordomatic and standard shift but the round center section (part #4605) appears to be the same. Also, with the exception of station wagons, all '51 Fords take the same assembly. So, I measured my standard shift Victoria and got 4' 5 1/4" for the round section (between the end caps). I also got the same measurement on an extra that I think came out of a '50 coupe.
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