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Old 04-16-2012, 02:58 PM   #2
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You need the splines in the shaft to account for engine movement. A one-piece shaft does not have them.

US driveshafts have the splines at the transmission end so these can be one-piece; BMW does not do this.

Just get a replacement, or have yours re-built and re-balanced at a reputable shop. Also replace the carrier bearing and guibo while you're at it.
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