Drive shaft loop

[ViperTruck2933]

Got my drive shaft loop from Moes MetalWorks today. Looks killer. Moe (Bob) gets them powdercoated by JMB Performance (Justin's Dad Marty). We all know how great their quality is. My 8 y/o and I installed it in about 20 minutes.

Nice to have that security under there. :rock:

 

[nycstev]

Ill be getting one 2..

 

[Prof]

Very wise!

 

[JRSVIPR]

Got my drive shaft loop from Moes MetalWorks today. Looks killer. Moe (Bob) gets them powdercoated by JMB Performance (Justin's Dad Marty). We all know how great their quality is. My 8 y/o and I installed it in about 20 minutes.

Nice to have that security under there. :rock:

What color did you go with? Just curious.

J.R.

 

[ViperTruck2933]

What color did you go with? Just curious.

J.R.

Black. I needed to slow the truck down a little bit. :dontknow:

 

[Voodoo]

My 8 y/o and I installed it in about 20 minutes.

good thing your kid helped ya or it would have taken 2 hours

 

[Texas Yellow Fever]

Where's the pictures????

 

[Dave T(BADVENM)]

Ya, you gonna post pics or what Also, what kind of cost are we talking?

Is the drive shaft loop required now that you are running drag radials or running faster/approaching 11.5 seconds?

I started to think about whether I was required to run one but since I'm at Bandimere its unlikely I'll crack in the 11s.

I know one of you guys knows the NHRA rules so I'll await your answer.

 

[Prof]

I'll post some pics of mine later today...seems like the cost was about $150, and not to get too high on my soap box, but it is not about requirements...it's about doing something that is rational and important...kinda like a seat belt, safe tires, helmets, and prophylactics.

 

[ViperTruck2933]

I'll post some pics of mine later today...seems like the cost was about $150, and not to get too high on my soap box, but it is not about requirements...it's about doing something that is rational and important...kinda like a seat belt, safe tires, helmets, and prophylactics.

Exactly. They are $149. I wanted to get one on there just because I have increased the power level above stock and I am running the truck hard, ie...at the track.

http://moesperformance.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=105_112&products_id=183

 

[Dave T(BADVENM)]

Exactly. They are $149. I wanted to get one on there just because I have increased the power level above stock and I am running the truck hard, ie...at the track.



I've thought about getting one from time to time, just never knew a source to get it. I agree, its added safety for you and others you may be around you when you race. I'll have to check it out should I keep the truck.

 

[Texas Yellow Fever]

but it is not about requirements...it's about doing something that is rational and important...kinda like a seat belt, safe tires, helmets, and prophylactics.

LMAO!!! That's funny right there!!! True, but funny...:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

 

[sleeper]

Is this just a bolt on? Or do you have to drill holes in the bottom of truck?

 

[ViperTruck2933]

Is this just a bolt on? Or do you have to drill holes in the bottom of truck?

It's a bolt on. Easy to install and very well made. :rock:

 

[sleeper]

Thanks, I think I'll get one ordered up.

 

[Prof]

Pics...you will note that he had mine powercoated bright silver...please excuse the mud splatter, coming out of the car show yesterday was an unavoidable puddle...aaaaaaaaaaaaarrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrgggggggggggggggggggh:

The four bolts that attach the mount to the frame:

The loop that will catch the drive shaft if it busts loose:

You will note that I had a little space issue with my mid pipe banging against the loop, so I just used two bolts (with locking nuts and loctite) to avoid rattles. Most will be able to attach all four bolts to secure the loop.

It is really hard to get under my truck with it being as low as it is...have to get that lift soon...

NO IT IS NOT MY AGE...I just need a lift!

 

[Texas Yellow Fever]

Thank you, Prof. That's cool...I wonder what a Q/C one would look like? I guess there would have to be two of them...:dontknow:

 

[Prof]

Never been under a QC...but someone said that the drive shaft is above a frame member...so it is safe without one???

 

[Texas Yellow Fever]

Never been under a QC...but someone said that the drive shaft is above a frame member...so it is safe without one???

Dunno, I've never paid that much attention, I'll have to look next time I can get my fat ass under there...LOL!!!

 

[ViperTruck2933]

The loop that will catch the drive shaft if it busts loose:

You will note that I had a little space issue with my mid pipe banging against the loop, so I just used two bolts (with locking nuts and loctite) to avoid rattles. Most will be able to attach all four bolts to secure the loop.

Yeah I put all 4 bolts on mine. That bottom part is all one peice now too. I see yours in welded together.
I have Belanger mids with high flows and the loop doesn't come anywhere near my mids.

Bob has probably made some adjustments to the kit.:rock: