Sysop

Why do we have reusable gaskets on the pan, but "SCRAP IF DROPPED" drive-shafts?

Gx2Lariat

Probably if you drop the drive shaft it will not be true anymore and cheaper to buy a new DS than try to balance the dropped one

Sysop

Wouldn't installing a new shaft require balancing once installed? How would a shaft be in balance until installed and removed? I'd think if you make sure you're installing it in the exact orientation it came out, it would remain balanced. At most change the bolts if they require stretching for the installation.

Gx2Lariat

Idk, I was just guessing. Maybe dropping it just makes it tougher to balance than a new one.

LastResort

I think "dropped" the literal term of hitting the floor.

Not "dropped" the colloquial term for removing a part.

jsdecorte

there hollow tube shafts so if they get dented they loose alot of strength

Gx2Lariat

now that sounds logical

jsdecorte

Gx2Lariat

Yikes

jsdecorte

2015 rear shaft. new truck slid off the ramps while unloading. shaft got dented and and just peeled open as the rear wheels turned. trans was still in park