Re: Max Wedge driveshaft

[Mike & Deb <lefevre@xxxxxxxxxx>]

  Hi fellas,
I happen to possess many if not all the technical service bulletins 
concerning the max wedge and hemi engines from 1962-1965. In the June 
20, 1962 bulletin a propeller shaft PN 2401689 and universal joint cover 
package PN 2275514 is listed. On June 25, 1962 a revision is noted 
calling for PN 2401669 propeller shaft for manual transmissions and PN 
2401355 for automatics. The manual version is shorter.
In the December 11, 1963 bulletin it is noted that a " heavy duty" 
propeller shaft is used. " The shafts are selected for minimum run-out, 
close balance and incorporate a special high speed front U joint boot.  
I  hope this may help.
Mike LeFevre









On 5/4/2011 12:04 AM, Gary H. wrote:
> One article pointed out that these were "heavy duty" but did not explain
> what that meant. The only thing I recall reading is that the driveshafts
> were "specially balanced" to handle the extra speed. I don't think they
> were bigger diameter than a big block driveshaft. The boot may have had
> extra adhesive to keep it secure at Max Wedge speeds, but that is
> something I heard but can't verify in a reference.
>
> I looked in a police car reference book to see if there was a special
> heavy duty cop car driveshaft but could not find one listed. I may have
> overlooked it if it is there. If so, it would seem a good candidate for
> the max wedge cars.
>
> Thanks,
> Gary H.
>
> W.A. Edison wrote:
> > I'm putting one of my 64 Sport Furys together as an authentic Max Wedge
> > car,
> > at least as authentic as I can make it. I've found a ball and trunnion
> > driveline that looks to be new. What is the diameter of a MW original
> > driveshaft? The one in my 383 Sport Fury is 2 3/4" in diameter. Are they
> > the
> > same or did the MW come with a beefier driveline? Thanks/ Butch
>
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