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Old 01-11-2013, 09:56 AM   #15
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10lbs lighter
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Am I blind or do they not have the drive shaft listed on the site? I see the axles....
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Old 01-11-2013, 01:06 PM   #17
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Any idea how much lighter the aluminum shaft will be?
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Old 01-11-2013, 01:20 PM   #18
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im sorry i should of clarified, the aluminum shaft is 3.5" diameter and is 10lbs lighter, the CF shaft will be in the same range of weight decrease though
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If a driveshaft breaks under a hard launch, I'd rather have the carbon fiber one under there (:
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Diff.
We have heavy duty diffs available?
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We have heavy duty diffs available?
umm toyota is developing a mechanical diff (probably trd)?

could a supra rear diff be equipped?

im sure someone has a rear diff you can buy that is better

its been soo long, is the rear diff out of an is250? if it is im sure you can find an aftermarket solution through the lexus is forums
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will have a new post up shortly with the install pics and official pricing details
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That's one sexy shaft you have there.
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That's one sexy shaft you have there.
Are you considering putting that shaft in your undercarriage?
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Are you considering putting that shaft in your undercarriage?
He'd have to make sure to properly lubricate it first.
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And make sure all fasteners are sufficiently tight.
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