Additionally: How much extra space should there be on the end of the driveshaft that goes into the splines on the transmission (slip yoke)? We put a whole new 904 in this car, and I noticed that the driveshaft doesn't seem to go into the transmission as far as it did in the original...
Hmm good question! How would I recognize a bad U-joint? When I replaced the transmission, the U-joint seemed fine...as in bearing were smooth, nothing too pitted.
As for obvious bending of the driveshaft...I didn't notice any, but I'll take a closer look next time I fire it up. That's a great...
Haha haven't quite gotten that far yet...so drive means up on jack stands with the transmission (904) in "D". For context, in Neutral and Park, I get the normal amount of vibrations when I give it some gas. A little engine vibration seems normal for the old V8. But when it's in "D" the shakes...
I'm working on a '68 barracuda. Got it idling well but shakes pretty violently in drive. My best guess is it needs some driveshaft balancing.
Does anyone know a decent shop in or around Albuquerque?
Hi all,
I'm long overdue for joining this group...but I've used all your advice for quite some time now as I worked to get a 68 up and running.
Finally go it idling smoothly and shifting gears...So thank for all the help so far. I'm excited to join the community.
P.S. I'm looking for a good...