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Craig B · 07-26-2013, 05:36 AM

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Originally Posted by thahemp

I'm not of the same mindset as the people who say you're fine. It's more of a "get it done" thing for me. If you're pushing 500HP, then start expecting things to break. You can fix it first, or after it breaks... your choice. I hate being stuck... so I would choose fix it first

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I agree. It would be cheaper to buy a Alu. driveshaft now then after it breaks and beats up under your car. Seen people break driveshafts and crack transmission cases and destroy tin work.

Craig B · 07-26-2013, 06:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Nightmare2012

Not thread jacking but at what HP level should you upgrade axles driveshafts and etc.?

Not sure on the axles, but I was reading that the aftermarket 3.5 Alu. driveshaft is good up to 750 rwhp.

Driveshaftshop · 07-26-2013, 06:56 AM

The 3.5" shaft is rated for 3500lbs of torque, some have has bolt issues and its not a bad thing to think about changing

thahemp · 07-26-2013, 07:49 AM

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Originally Posted by axis

I agree but we have no idea what the OP has, as far as mods go. That's why I said it depends on where he is in the modding process. $650+ is a large chunk of change that could be spent towards a cam, gears, headers, ect.

Good point. I'd certainly put it elsewhere, but I never drag my car.

Rockit_z28 · 07-26-2013, 09:49 AM

DSS - Top notch company and customer service.

TornadoSS · 07-26-2013, 12:08 PM

Can't go wrong with the Gforce offering either!

thahemp · 07-26-2013, 12:40 PM

Especially when you can drop in and say hi whenever you want!

TBone · 07-26-2013, 12:56 PM

Let me chime in here....

I have the DSS Alum DS and 1000 HP Axles and I love them. I had an issue last year with my axles and DSS totally took care of me, great customer service. The Alum DS is also lighter so you will lose some weight which always helps.

Now, I used to get into drag racing and have friends that still do. They ran the stock parts and constantly broke things because of aggressive launches. Bolts broke, the rubber thingy snapped in the DS, same thing in the alxes. I upgraded and never had a problem. It gave me the confidence to get better 60ft times because I could get more aggressive.

I have since switched over to the road course and the lighter weight really helps get me around the course. The peace of mind is worth every penny.

Your HP and TQ is only good if you can get it to the ground reliably. DSS gives you that.

JDP offers you the great prices, CS and tech support a great vendor should.

Upgrade now and you will not have to worry how high you go with your HP and TQ. Some of the best insurance I invested in.

T.

Merc · 07-26-2013, 01:03 PM

DSS all the way for Pumpkin.

TornadoSS · 07-26-2013, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by thahemp

Especially when you can drop in and say hi whenever you want!

Lol, I would have used Gforce parts even if I lived somewhere else. Their parts, quality and customer service are proven. The fact that I get to personally see the parts being made at each step is a nice benefit though! :-) have we met yet thahemp?

thahemp · 07-26-2013, 01:45 PM

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Originally Posted by TornadoSS

Lol, I would have used Gforce parts even if I lived somewhere else. Their parts, quality and customer service are proven. The fact that I get to personally see the parts being made at each step is a nice benefit though! :-) have we met yet thahemp?

Not yet. For some reason my plans always fall apart lately... If I can get these kids out of the house and off to college already I can start focusing on myself again! Maybe blacktop nationals? I think I'm going to swing by that midwest camaro fest in KC too.

TornadoSS · 07-26-2013, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by thahemp

Not yet. For some reason my plans always fall apart lately... If I can get these kids out of the house and off to college already I can start focusing on myself again! Maybe blacktop nationals? I think I'm going to swing by that midwest camaro fest in KC too.

Cool. I plan on being at the black top nationals. Speaking of, I still need to register......

thahemp · 07-26-2013, 02:21 PM

I should do that too. My wife has been begging me to enter a show instead of just walk the grounds.

MA2010SS · 07-26-2013, 04:45 PM

DSS here and it's smoother than the stock stuff...Frank stands behind his product!

07-26-2013, 09:49 AM	#19
Rockit_z28 www.1baddogracing.com Drives: 2010 IOM 2SS/RS Auto Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Indian Land, SC Posts: 998 View My Garage	DSS - Top notch company and customer service. __________________ 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Aqua Blue Metalllic (bolt-ons) 2020 Camaro 2SS/RS Satin Steel Metallic - Shock and Steel Edition 1 of 98 - A10 (bolt-ons) 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS IOM - 1,023 RWHP 813RWTQ (Previous Paxton Record Holder: 9.82@139) Built and Tuned by Heintz Racing Go: DSS 9", RPM Trans TH400, Carlyle Racing 15" Conversion, ECS Vortech YSI-B, Fore Fuel System, ID1700, Gall Racing 427 C.I LSX, Mast 285CC Heads, HR Custom Cam Show: Custom Painted Stripes/Badges (Orange Pearl over White), Z/TA Spoiler, VFN Hood, Weld Wheels http://www.HeintzRacing.com http://www.youtube.com/user/1baddogracing

07-26-2013, 12:08 PM	#20
TornadoSS WICKDSS Drives: 2011 1SS/RS IOM LS3 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Wichita, Kansas Posts: 1,111 View My Garage	Can't go wrong with the Gforce offering either! __________________ 2011 IOM SS/RS, M6. Look up our all generation Camaro club website at Heartland Camaros Gforce Engineering Drivetrain, ECS 1500 Supercharger, TSP Cam, Alky Controls Meth single nozzle. 91 octane, 698 RWHP 625 rwtq. 4200#+, Tuned by Justin "Justune" Kalwei 11.57 @ 126.8 mph with a crappy 1.80 60'.....still learning to drive....M&H DR's and skinnies on 17" Welds.

07-26-2013, 12:40 PM	#21
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07-26-2013, 12:56 PM	#22
TBone Negative Camber Junkie Drives: 2010 1SS LS3/6MN ABM 1 of 23 Join Date: May 2009 Location: ChiTown, IL Posts: 1,824	Let me chime in here.... I have the DSS Alum DS and 1000 HP Axles and I love them. I had an issue last year with my axles and DSS totally took care of me, great customer service. The Alum DS is also lighter so you will lose some weight which always helps. Now, I used to get into drag racing and have friends that still do. They ran the stock parts and constantly broke things because of aggressive launches. Bolts broke, the rubber thingy snapped in the DS, same thing in the alxes. I upgraded and never had a problem. It gave me the confidence to get better 60ft times because I could get more aggressive. I have since switched over to the road course and the lighter weight really helps get me around the course. The peace of mind is worth every penny. Your HP and TQ is only good if you can get it to the ground reliably. DSS gives you that. JDP offers you the great prices, CS and tech support a great vendor should. Upgrade now and you will not have to worry how high you go with your HP and TQ. Some of the best insurance I invested in. T. __________________ "Horsepower is something that looks great in a Magazine article, but suspension is what actually gets you around the track fast.." Jack Olsen The drag strip is like sniffing glue, it's cheap, it's a decent buzz, it doesn't last long and they are all the same. Road racing is like China White Heroin, the buzz is stronger, the high lasts for hours, it's extremely addictive and they are all different. I can't wait for my next Track fix. DA HAWKS OWN DA CUP!!!!!

07-26-2013, 01:03 PM	#23
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07-26-2013, 06:56 AM	#17
Driveshaftshop Drives: own more cars than i can list Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Charlotte NC Posts: 1,124	The 3.5" shaft is rated for 3500lbs of torque, some have has bolt issues and its not a bad thing to think about changing

07-26-2013, 02:21 PM	#27
thahemp Geek Drives: 2012 Black LS3 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Derby, KS Posts: 4,343 View My Garage	I should do that too. My wife has been begging me to enter a show instead of just walk the grounds. __________________ 01000111011011110110111101100100001000000110110001 11010101100011011010110010000001110111011010010111 01000110100000100000011101000110100001101001011100 110010000001101111011011100110010100100001 x = ac97968bd3df8f968c8cd3df998a9c94d3df9c8a918bd3df9c 909c94df8c8a9c949a8dd3df92908b979a8ddf998a9c949a8d d3df8b968b8cd1 x = ~x

07-26-2013, 04:45 PM	#28
MA2010SS Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Somerset MA Posts: 725 View My Garage	DSS here and it's smoother than the stock stuff...Frank stands behind his product! __________________ 2010 Camaro SS Whipple SC, CAI Inc Intake, TSP 1 7/8" LT headers no cats, 3" magnaflow exhaust, HPT, RX Catch Can, LSR Toe Rods, LSR Trailing Arms, ALKY Control Meth, McLeod RXT Twin Disc, ZL1 fuel pump, 3.73 ZL1 Differential Kit, BTR PDS Stage 2 Cam, Tuned by SLOWHAWK Performance Bridgewater MA