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Post by Bluecorsair on Oct 13, 2005 22:49:21 GMT -5
 Here's a couple of nice ways to make a better looking driveshaft.  One thing I like to do is replace the base of the driveshaft with aluminum tubing, which is alot straighter and has a better apearance in my opinion. To do this, first measure the length of the driveshaft and record it.  Next cut off the u-joints about a quarter inch back from where they start.  Next cut a length of aluminum tubing the same size as the old driveshaft and insert the U-Joints. You may have to sand the U-Joints down to make them fit in.  Then simply paint the U-joints, maybe add a blackwash too for realism. Now you have a nice straight driveshaft with no seam lines or pin-holes to worry about and it has a nice "real-aluminum" finish!
 Here's another thing I like to do to improve the appearance of the Driveshaft. That is paint the factory paint coding on it (Musclecar era cars). This paint coding was used in the factory to give the workers important info about what still had to be done on the Shaft.  Heres how I like to paint it, run the X-acto blade over the top of some red or blue paint, then hold it to the shaft and slowly rotate it to make a thin line around the circumference of the driveshaft. Using the blade as opposed to a brush ensures that the line is of the same width all the way around.  Paint the rest of the factory paint coding and now you have a nice detail that is also factory correct to enhance the chassis.  |
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Post by italianstallion3113 on Oct 14, 2005 18:07:54 GMT -5
Thanks For The Awesome Tip I will Try this For sure
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Post by dude on Oct 15, 2005 20:36:24 GMT -5
Never would have thought of this stuff
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Post by ghost on Oct 19, 2005 0:14:02 GMT -5
Great tips,I'll have to give them a try for sure!!
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Post by vpheughan on Dec 30, 2005 18:43:42 GMT -5
You can cut a small square of .010 thick plastic and super glue it to the shaft by one of the yokes to simulate the balancing weights.
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Post by docdann on Feb 28, 2006 4:57:52 GMT -5
Great stuff... but, where do you get the aluminum tube? can I get that at Home Depot, or?  I prefer e-mail reply.. thanx |
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Post by Bluecorsair on Feb 28, 2006 8:13:34 GMT -5
You can get it at any hardware store, most likely home depot.
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Post by cuhail on Mar 21, 2006 11:24:45 GMT -5
I'm gonna try this, seeing as how the rearend I swapped out had the driveshaft attached to it, AND, looked like crappies anyway.
Thanks for the tip!
Cuhail
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Post by Bluecorsair on Mar 21, 2006 11:30:30 GMT -5
Anytime!
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Post by docdann on Mar 21, 2006 16:29:07 GMT -5
What is the easiest way to cut it? I tried diagonal cutters, and they did cut it, but the end took a lot of cleanup with the x-acto and files, etc. I can't find a tubing cutter locally. Would a cheap hacksaw work? Or just a hacksaw blade in an exacto handle?
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Post by Bluecorsair on Mar 21, 2006 16:34:11 GMT -5
What is the easiest way to cut it? I tried diagonal cutters, and they did cut it, but the end took a lot of cleanup with the x-acto and files, etc. I can't find a tubing cutter locally. Would a cheap hacksaw work? Or just a hacksaw blade in an exacto handle? Using a fine-toothed saw from X-acto available at any hobby shop. |
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Post by cuhail on Mar 21, 2006 21:16:28 GMT -5
....or a cutoff wheel in a dremel tool.
Anywhose, I did this technique today only replacing the aluminum tube with styrene rod. I'll throw some stainless steel paint on there and "Voila!" I didn't have to run to the Depot for tubing. I think that it looks 100% better than any normal kit-supplied one. Small effort-BIG results. That's what we all live for, huh?
Cuhail
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Post by weeeg on May 28, 2006 10:59:24 GMT -5
vERY GOOD DAN BRILLIANT TIP!
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Post by peglegrc on May 28, 2006 19:21:10 GMT -5
....or a cutoff wheel in a dremel tool. Anywhose, I did this technique today only replacing the aluminum tube with styrene rod. I'll throw some stainless steel paint on there and "Voila!" I didn't have to run to the Depot for tubing. I think that it looks 100% better than any normal kit-supplied one. Small effort-BIG results. That's what we all live for, huh? Cuhail |
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Post by Bluecorsair on Sept 25, 2006 8:49:21 GMT -5
Dan,
How much did it cost to have a crane come out to turn your RL car upside down like that?? ;D
You da man, Dan
Bill
Oh, thx for the X-acto paintbrush tip...Jeez, I can't believe how simple yet effective that is, I already am using that technique just now on my plane! I could kick my self for not thinking of that, *ouch* That hurt!
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Post by mick2911 on Sept 25, 2006 14:26:50 GMT -5
This is a great tip, I'll have to try it on my Impala I think. Imagine... a polished prop shaft...MMMMMMM
For the lines, try a bow pen as well. You can adjust the line thickness too.
Mick
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Post by Bluecorsair on Sept 25, 2006 14:53:16 GMT -5
Hiya,
Uhh, hate to say this but what is a bow pen? 
Sounds like a neat thing to use. ;D
Bill
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I prefer e-mail reply.. thanx
