Reinstall Drive Shaft and Final Readiness Check
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LSXcalade Goes Front Wheel Drive at Street Car Takeover Indianapolis
What happens here
After successfully replacing the pinion yoke, the presenter reattaches the drive shaft to the differential, securing it with the appropriate U-joint straps. He briefly mentions a minor setback where he was initially given the wrong U-joint straps by the parts store, requiring an extra trip. However, with the correct parts now installed, he confirms that the drive shaft is securely in place, and the vehicle is fully reassembled and ready for the road.
Goal: Reattach the drive shaft and confirm vehicle readiness
Tools and materials
- Drive Shaft — The reassembled drive shaft
- U-joint Straps — Securing the drive shaft to the pinion yoke