I was wondering if anybody knows which drive shaft is more trustworthy, the slip yoke or the ****** type. I just bought my truck and I really don't know much about it. I've heard from other Ford truck fans that the ****** type is better is that true? I have the high output 5.8 and I'd really appreciate it if any other advise could be given on making it a solid truck again. :-&
Rear Drive Shaft For 85 F150
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Windchaser
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I never have had much luck with flanges...could be that I was the problem though...lol...wish I could help ya more. 
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Seabronc
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Welcome to the Zone
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It can certainly be made into a solid machine again. I did it with a 1983 Bronc. Why do you want to change the drive shaft ? If it's not broke don't fix it [-X , you probably have other issues that warrent attention, like rust :-& . The shaft has two grease fittings on it, one at each end. Give it a shot or two on a regular basis and as long as it has'nt been neglected it shouldbe fine. If neglected too long the universal joints will freez up . I had to replace my shaft for that very reason, but I used an OEM spec shaft. That shaft is fine for normal operation.
Good luck and post some pictures as you go.
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' /><' /> .It can certainly be made into a solid machine again. I did it with a 1983 Bronc. Why do you want to change the drive shaft
? If it's not broke don't fix it [-X , you probably have other issues that warrent attention, like rust :-& . The shaft has two grease fittings on it, one at each end. Give it a shot or two on a regular basis and as long as it has'nt been neglected it shouldbe fine. If neglected too long the universal joints will freez up . I had to replace my shaft for that very reason, but I used an OEM spec shaft. That shaft is fine for normal operation.Good luck and post some pictures as you go.
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