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Driveshaft length

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#1 ·
Yet another stupid question. What is the shortest you can go with a driveshaft safely? I have heard pros and cons on short driveshafts.
 
#3 ·
I was kind of thinking a shorter driveshaft would have lee problems, but I wanted to check with the pros. I am building a kit car ( replica of a 1929 Mercedes Benz SSK) on a 94-1/2" wheelbase 2" x 3" tube chassis. Has Mustang II front suspension, sbc 350, 700R4 transmission, narrowed 9" Ford triangulated 4 bar. With body, should be about 2400 pounds maximum. Nice little grocery getter for the wife. Don't know why I can't attach pics here
 
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I have no issue with a fiberglass core support. It could be glassed into the body for some extra strength. Leaving an opening for the radiator and making some provision for bolting the radiator is so it can be removed for servicing if needed..

Sam
 
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