Hard launch - something broke :(
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Re: Hard launch - something broke :( (C5Cemo)
What part of the half-shaft actually breaks? Is it where the coupling of the shaft parts is located or actually the shaft tube itself?
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Re: Hard launch - something broke :( (ZZ)
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Re: Hard launch - something broke :( (The One)
Thanks JC, but for some reason the page won't load at this time. I'll try later.
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Re: Hard launch - something broke :( (ZZ)
what breaks is the left shaft that is located inside the Diff. It is 1" dia and 6" long. You will shear this piece right in half when it is broken... When I broke mine... the dealership said they have never seen anyone do this before!! :eek: :nono:
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Re: Hard launch - something broke :( (The One)
Thanks for the replies. Turns out it was a half-shaft after all! Should have the car back Friday. :D
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I'm just having them drop the rear, Speedworks will install BPP's shaft and the dealer will re-install the gears. So the $2100 project is now up to $3K :rolleyes: :nonod:
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Re: Hard launch - something broke :( (The One)
Damn...I thought it was a half shaft for sure since the car would move a little under it's own power.
When I broke my output shaft it threw a bunch of fragments inside the diff. so you need to have it rebuilt. Is the dealer gonna replace or rebuild the tranny?
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When I broke my output shaft it threw a bunch of fragments inside the diff. so you need to have it rebuilt. Is the dealer gonna replace or rebuild the tranny?
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Re: Hard launch - something broke :( (C5Cemo)
When I broke my output shaft it threw a bunch of fragments inside the diff. so you need to have it rebuilt. Is the dealer gonna replace or rebuild the tranny?
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Re: Hard launch - something broke :( (The One)
Gotcha...that is much better. I know the car is down but at least you don't have to pull the tranny. Good luck with the repairs. I'm looking forward to your results.
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Re: Hard launch - something broke :( (The One)
I'm just having them drop the rear, Speedworks will install BPP's shaft and the dealer will re-install the gears.
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Re: Hard launch - something broke :( (The One)
Glad to hear you got it solved and hopefully will be back on the road in a few days.
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Re: Hard launch - something broke :( (ToplessTexan)
It's complicated. ;) I did speak to Ernie @ BPP, though, and he said he would charge about $175. Of course, I'd have to send him the unit. I was just curious.
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