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Old 11-15-2008, 12:25 PM
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What have some of you paid for shafts built at a custom shop? My front shaft just went and im not looking forward to the $1000 price tag on new ones.
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$1000? just for a new front shaft??? seriously, even for a 1350, you should only be looking at about $500ish for a Reel or Coast shaft. also, a custom shaft will cost you close to the same.
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Originally Posted by wayoflife
$1000? just for a new front shaft??? seriously, even for a 1350, you should only be looking at about $500ish for a Reel or Coast shaft. also, a custom shaft will cost you close to the same.
oh sorry.. i meant shaft(s) I wanna replace both so i don't have the same problem in back.. plus i hear with the 2dr the rear should have gone first..
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anyone have custom shafts made?
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I don't think they're a sponser so check out this link. It's Carolina Driveline. Just add the www's and dots where needed in the google search.
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Hello, I just purchase a custom shaft, indeed I have a CRD JK (diesel) which the TC is moved 2'' back compare to the gas version. I lifted it and replace the shaft by a 1310CV, this was 2'' longer... could not fit it. So I order a shaft 2'' shorter (20'' 7/8 to be exact) @ Tom Woods custom d/s cost me 449 $ just received today expect to install it this weekend.
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I have the Tom Woods custom drive shafts also, I sent him measurements on a Monday and they were at my door on Thursday. NO VIBES!
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X2 on Woods. Service is great and the product is top notch.
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I am running a custom rear shaft made locally in the Denver area. I can't remember what I paid but I think it was $400-$500 installed.
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ok, so this confirms.. WOL is right... again LoL. Well was hoping it would be a little cheaper but sounds like Woods is the way to go.

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