The Performer Series Steel
DOM Driveshaft is Excellent for most
High Performance applications
and also a High Strength OE - Original Equipment replacement drive shaft.
We prefer the Spicer XL U-Joint. It is an extreme life U-Joint with a typical lifespan well over 100,000 miles with no maintenance or lubrication required. In all Performance applications we have never seen one broken.
At Driveshaft Specialist we use high strength steel tubing made in the
USA. We also use Spicer XL U-Joints and all pricing includes the Spicer
XL U-Joint. With 1350 series U-Joint the Performer Series is good to
800HP on street tires.
CRITICAL SPEED!
All Driveshafts have a Critical Speed limit. It is really BAD NEWS when you exceed this speed. The driveshaft actually goes in to a jump rope effect where the tube bends and then literally pulls apart in the middle. This happens with quite a bang and then other assorted noises as your fuel tank, gas lines, brake lines, exhaust system and floor boards get the crap beat out of them.
With the advances in valve train and forged rotating components we are reaching unheard of engine speeds. Couple this with deep gears and overdrive transmissions critical speeds are frequently exceeded. Especially 60's-70's muscle cars with relatively low RPM and driveshafts that built for those engine RPM and design specs.
What can be done?
In order to increase critical speed the driveshaft tube diameter has to be increased to add stability to the driveshaft. Critical Speed varies with the length of the driveshaft. Naturally in Steel drive shafts as tube diameter increases so does weight. We have charts for determining critical speed, so don't be surprised when we ask what rear gears you run and how your vehicle will be used.
Another option for raising critical speed is Aluminum Driveshafts. With aluminum you have a thicker wall tube for high speed stability but a 30-40% reduction in weight. Aluminum driveshafts typically have a 15-20% increase in critical speed for the same tube size.
Aluminum Driveshafts listed here.
The Performer Series is available in all standard U-Joint series. Click on U-Joint Series Identification for more information on U-Joints. We also have conversion U-Joints available. If we are building a new driveshaft conversion U-Joints are not needed as we will match the driveshaft to the U-Joint on the differential.
Transmission Yoke is not included in our pricing. Transmission Yokes vary in pricing so we price the Driveshaft to your exact application, not just some generic price where you may end up paying more than the actual cost of your specific vehicle.
Transmission Yokes listed here.
Most all of the tube sizes are now DOM for improved strength and tube straightness for improved hi-speed balancing. We have steel tube diameters of 2.0, 2.5, 2.75, 3.0, 3.5 and 4.0. Call for pricing on any specific tube diameter not listed . We can also go larger on the U-Joint series. Please call.
Pricing includes Spicer XL U-Joint. Best U-Joint made. Made in the U.S.A.
The listed prices DO NOT include the transmission yoke.
Pricing is for .083 tubing - .065 is DOM and more expensive - Call
| Transmission Yoke Sold Separately | |||
| U-Joint Series | 3.0 x.083 | 3.5x.083 | 4.0 x.083 |
| 1310 | $325 | $335 | $415 |
| 1330 | $330 | $345 | $425 |
| 1350 | $355 | $375 | $445 |
| 1410 | $395 | $420 | $455 |
| Inside Lock UJ | |||
| GM 3RL (S44) | $350 | $370 | N.A |
| 7260 Mopar | $345 | $375 | Call |
| 7290 Mopar | $365 | $385 | Call |
Note: Trans yoke is not included in pricing.
The Performer Series Driveshaft will come fully assembled with the Transmission Yoke and U-Joints Installed and Hi-Speed Balanced.
If you have a good Transmission yoke, we can use it. We will need it to install and properly Hi-Speed Balance the Driveshaft. Call and let us know you are sending it.
Hi Speed Electronic Balancing:
We use a Stewart Warner electronic balancing machine. We spin all driveshafts at hi rpm to make sure it as smooth as possible. We typically can get the balance less than 1/15 of 1 ounce or within 2 grams.
To determine the correct driveshaft length please see the Measure Sheet section for info on how to measure the vehicle.
All Performer Series Driveshafts are built with exacting attention to detail and workmanship. Our policy in the shop is "if it is questionable - IT Does NOT GO!". we will not send you a drive shaft that is not as near to perfection as we can get it.
We would appreciate the opportunity to build a new driveshaft for you.
Please call if you have any questions. We are nice people. We are here to assist in any way possible. We would much prefer spending time with you double checking than to do it wrong. Please call toll free 1.866.455.6622 for orders or Tech Assistance.