THX for the feedback and support. Also, wanted to plug Republic Diesel for their work and affordability(Total cost was $297.00). For this price, they re-used the 2 end pieces(U-joint mounts) from my old driveshaft, installed 2 new U-joints, checked the whole shaft-yoke assembly for balance, applied a nice coat of gloss black & had it done in a week.
-Scott