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Old 07-06-2007   #16 (permalink)
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what difference does an aftermarket DS make other than weight reduction?
Less rotating weight mean less parasitic loss which frees up power to the rear. Same concept as the UDPs. Smaller pullies, less parasitic loss freeing power through the engine. Thing to remember is these do not "add" power, they "free up" power that's already there. Gains of .20 have been seen on the track from switching to a one piece lighter DS.

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Anyone have a phone number for the Spydershaft guys? I couldn't find one on their web site
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Anyone have a phone number for the Spydershaft guys? I couldn't find one on their web site
Try this: http://www.leonardracingproducts.com/drive.php

And here is an e-mail: support@leonardracingproducts.com
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+2... I have the PH aluminum DS myself. It's a great piece and I love it, but if I was in the market right now, I'd probably go with the Spydershaft. Hard to beat for $479 + shipping: http://www.s197forum.com/forum/showthread.php?t=544
What he said, mine should be here Monday. Another 2/10ths and my heavy vert is in the 12s . Maybe mid-12s if I can get to the track on a cool night...
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Like I said before, no phone # on their web site. Anybody have their #?
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Like I said before, no phone # on their web site. Anybody have their #?
Any reason you can't email him? He's a busy guy.
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Any reason you can't email him? He's a busy guy.
I sent him an e-mail. No reply. Nobody's that busy.
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I shot him a PM at another site for you. He'll contact you soon.
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I shot him a PM at another site for you. He'll contact you soon.
Thanks, I appreciate the help. Do you know if the driveshaft comes with the pinion yoke, or is that a seperate item? If so, how much more?
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the few times i've emailed Ron he has always answered within hours
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Thanks, I appreciate the help. Do you know if the driveshaft comes with the pinion yoke, or is that a seperate item? If so, how much more?
His set up has everthing you need, nothing extra to buy. I have one in my car now and love it. Very easy to install. He gives you a new pinion yoke for the rear. No adapters to vibrate.
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Why did Ford use a two piece driveshaft?
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to reduce NVH....
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I just remembered. I think Ron wen't out of town this weekend.
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