Need help picking out a CV driveline and a SYE kit...

[The Pumpkinator]

Well it turns out I need to get my prioritized and focus on more critical drive train/suspension parts. Before I start getting carried away with longer leafs and shackles, moving the axles around, and playing with lift, etc etc etc, I need to focus on one BIG factor that has omnipotent authority over any suspension mods; the drive lines. I'm so nit picky about what the slightest tweaks will do to my drive line angles, I find myself ,constantly chasing all the loose ends so that the installation will go smoothly without the slightest problem!

I figure do it right the first time, I DD a 91 K5 with a 4" lift/shackle flip rear, I had to lower the T case an inch to cancel out my drive line vibes. So what would you guys recommend for double cardan drive lines? I plan on getting a SYE 'flange style' kit to go with the drive shaft. Who did you order yours from? What were the processes in getting the right parts? What other key factors do I need to consider? And as usual, what kind of financial $$$$ devastation should I expect?

I really think this is the correct way to go, after a conclusion is made I will drop the cash to get things done right so I can progress with my 'snails pace' build.

Thanks for your input in advance!

 

[lak2004]

Well it turns out I need to get my prioritized and focus on more critical drive train/suspension parts. Before I start getting carried away with longer leafs and shackles, moving the axles around, and playing with lift, etc etc etc, I need to focus on one BIG factor that has omnipotent authority over any suspension mods; the drive lines. I'm so nit picky about what the slightest tweaks will do to my drive line angles, I find myself ,constantly chasing all the loose ends so that the installation will go smoothly without the slightest problem!

I figure do it right the first time, I DD a 91 K5 with a 4" lift/shackle flip rear, I had to lower the T case an inch to cancel out my drive line vibes. So what would you guys recommend for double cardan drive lines? I plan on getting a SYE 'flange style' kit to go with the drive shaft. Who did you order yours from? What were the processes in getting the right parts? What other key factors do I need to consider? And as usual, what kind of financial $$$$ devastation should I expect?

I really think this is the correct way to go, after a conclusion is made I will drop the cash to get things done right so I can progress with my 'snails pace' build.

Thanks for your input in advance!

Call these guys if you want something that you dont need to source parts for : http://www.4xshaft.com/

 

[4X4HIGH]

I bought my SYE kit, CV driveshaft and flange from Jesse at High Angle Driveline and it was close to $900.00 for everything. Keep in mind that you DON'T want to order the driveshaft until you have whatever lift and axles installed so you can measure properly for driveshaft length.

 

[The Pumpkinator]

With the telescoping CV is it possible to deviate 2" vehicle height wise? I don't plan on going over 6" of lift. Is it all a bolt on procedure? No drilling and tapping, or removal of the transfer case?

 

[The Pumpkinator]

...probably wouldn't hurt to get a few quotes, there's a drivetrain shop here in town that is somewhat reasonable...at least I have a ball park idea for cost, thanks 4X4HIGH

 

[4X4HIGH]

With the telescoping CV is it possible to deviate 2" vehicle height wise? I don't plan on going over 6" of lift. Is it all a bolt on procedure? No drilling and tapping, or removal of the transfer case?

There is not enough slip in the Yoke to allow for a 2" difference in vehicle height. You need to measure AFTER the lift and axles are swapped.

There is no drilling and tapping involved and you don't have to remove the t-case BUT you do have to take the case apart in order to swap the rear output shaft for the SYE shaft and having the t-case on a work bench is ALOT easier than trying to do it in the rig.