Joeyota509

Got a 4.3/700r4 swapped into my 94 pickup, dented the tranny pan to get the front drive shaft to clear. I clear it by 1/4" or less. Will this move and hit the pan when I hit bumps even though it is IFS?

4Crawler

iTrader: (3)

The IFS front shaft will not move all that much as each end is somewhat fixed. You do have rubber bushings holding the front diff and the engine/transmission in place, so they will move around a bit due to torque. You could install a front diff. drop kit to get a bit of extra clearance if needed:
- http://www.4crawler.com/4x4/ForSale/DiffDrop.shtml

Joeyota509

Thanks for the reply. I have dropped/rotated down the front diff already, I just hope the rubber mounts are not too forgiving. I priced a thinner shaft at $400 but I am hoping that my stock one works without smashing the tranny pan. Guess I'll runna for now.

4Crawler

iTrader: (3)

You might try painting the shaft with some light colored paint and then check for any marking on the paint every so often. And possible to raise the engine/drivetrain if needed:
- http://www.4crawler.com/4x4/CheapTri...ft/index.shtml