hi guys I have a 64 valiant signet 200, with a 225/ and a push button auto...My qusetion is that i have a 2 piece drive shaft and i was wondering if i can swap it out for a 1 piece.. thanks guys and also whats the pourpus of a 2 piece?

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Watson/007/MOPAR MAN

i could be horribly, horribly wrong but normally i think a two piece driveshaft is used when a vehicle needs clearance for part of the frame or, in the case of a truck, better clearance for off-roading.
If this is the case, i wouldn't suggest cutting your frame to install a one piece driveshaft, cause it probably wouldn't do anything good for you.
That said, i don't know what the underside of your valiant looks like, and there are probably people on here who know much better than I, but thats my .02
There's a good article on two piece driveshafts here. http://www.rodandcustommagazine.com/tec ... haft_tech/
-Allen

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1962 Valiant V-200
170 C.I. Super Six, HEI, Dutra Duals

Ermmm...no, a '64 Valiant hasn't got a 2-piece driveshaft. It's got a 1-piece driveshaft. I think what you are seeing is the Ball & Trunnion type front universal joint.

What problem or symptom are you experiencing that makes you want to change the driveshaft?

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Too many people who were born on third base actually believe they've hit a triple.

well I bought a regular cv shaft boot to replace the old one and when i did i lost a single needle bearing and it vibrates bad and the universal's are lined up. but also i want to drag race my car and i was wondering if the torque would break it? Im really not sure..Pretty new at this whole thing...Thanks

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Watson/007/MOPAR MAN

That same basic design was used behind big blocks without a problem. Wither the driveshaft can withstand the torgue of a \6 is the least of your worries. A good driveline shop should have rebuild kits. That same shop could also build you a replacement driveshaft with standard U joints.

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