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Apr 18, 2017 | 05:10 PM

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49f3dls

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Thanks Blue oval. I'll stop by tractor supply tomorrow and see if it matches up. Then all I have to figure out is how to make the bolts work

Apr 18, 2017 | 06:10 PM

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Originally Posted by BlueOvalRage

Your u-joint resembles this piece to a large extent.

It a loader pump drive coupling for a tractor. Very common and easy to get. Maybe the dimensions are close enough to make it work?

Do you know if those are designed to operate with the two shafts at an angle? Or is it just for vibration isolation. It does look amazingly similar.

Apr 18, 2017 | 06:30 PM

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That piece shown is used to close couple a hydraulic pump to the front of the tractor crankshaft. It is used to compensate for slight misalignment. I have seen them with very short connector shafts, couple inches.

Apr 18, 2017 | 07:04 PM

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My drive shaft has one on each end. I'll let you know if they are close and I can try it. Of course that is if I can find them.

Apr 18, 2017 | 08:28 PM

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I don't think they will work with the angles your driveshaft undoubtedly has, Dave. Not likely rated for the torque your engine can produce, either.

Apr 18, 2017 | 08:36 PM

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Ross you are likely correct looking at the pic it seems much lighter in thickness. Mine is about an inch thick at the bolt holes and much heavier in the plate area. I'll check it out but will still go to the drive shaft shop as I feel I would be better off with modern type universals if possible.

Apr 19, 2017 | 12:52 PM

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I could not find that flange at the local tractor store so will have to try a few other places.
I did stop at the shop that repairs drive shafts and they think it can be rebuild it with modern universals. I just have to get the flanges off the differential and transmission and take the whole thing in. Hopefully it will work and not cost an arm and a leg.

Apr 19, 2017 | 12:57 PM

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I have no doubt a good driveline shop can modify it. If I remember right, the two piece driveshaft modification for Blue was between $300 -$400. to include three new universal joints and balance. There you go, Dave, modification to the dark side.

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Apr 19, 2017 | 12:59 PM

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Quote "There you go, Dave, modification to the dark side. "

Right Ray but with all 90 horse power in the flat 6 I think it might be considered the very light grey side.