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Old 04-30-2008, 09:58 PM   #1
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Default Drive shaft questions???

As you know im doing an M50 swap. I have the choice of using either the stock M44 tranny or the M50 tranny. (both getrag) If I use the M44 box, I still use my stock shaft right? And if I use the M50 box (preffered) Do I need the front section of the shaft from a 325 or can I still use my stock shaft? I have both gearboxes but only my stock shaft at the moment. Ive searched the forum but can't find a definate answer. Cheers
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I don't know the differences between the getrag units, but im pretty certain you will want to use the shaft from whatever drivetrain you use .... m50 tranny - use m50 shaft, m44 tranny - use m44 shaft.

I know my m44 shafts works perfect with my 2.8 and stock box
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Did you have to move the gearbox back onto the second set of mounting holes or just leave it where is was with the 4 cyl in? Also which clutch and flywheel are you using? 318 or 328?
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I don't know the differences between the getrag units, but im pretty certain you will want to use the shaft from whatever drivetrain you use .... m50 tranny - use m50 shaft, m44 tranny - use m44 shaft.

I know my m44 shafts works perfect with my 2.8 and stock box
I agree with Philly. On mines the stock Ti drive shaft was shorter but mines was a automatic too. I just use whatever comes with the tranny.
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