ZF-2 output shafts

Yes.


Ron

Some installations use steel adapters between the CV halfshafts and inner/outer stub axles. This kind will simply bolt on, as Ron said.

Method 2 uses stock BMW M-1 Super-ZF inner & outer stub axles with NO adapters needed. To install these inner stub axles, the ZF must be removed & the side covers stripped to add new stub axles. If you feel lucky and re-use the same inner bearings & races in the side plates, the same bearing shims MAY fit; they did in our ZF. You'll also have to strip the rear uprights to replace the outer stub axles with M-1 parts.

Note- M-1 pieces are even more pricy than 'std' ZF stuff- check with Lloyd Butfoy at RBT Tansmissions for prices & availability. When adding CV axles, depending on what size exhausts you use & their routing, you may have to reverse the axles so the CV boots are well clear of the exhaust pipes. Otherwise, exhaust heat will melt the boots, you loose the grease inside, the joint goes dry and the CV breaks.

CV axle shafts are the same at each end so reversing does not do anything, at least on the ones I have.

If I'm not mistaken, although not on the web site, IPSCO makes CV output shafts. On the outboard side, it seems the only source for CV companion flanges is Mark William$.

I have a set (bolt in ) and I love them, zero vibration, a real upgrade from half-shafts!

Forest, weren't you the one that mentioned a few years ago the conical CV joint boots get really close to oversized Pantera exhaust pipes?

What does any of this have to do with Mark's original question?? He asked of the output shafts could be changed without disturbing the shims. The answer is yes. The side plates must be removed but they do NOT have to be "striped" at all. There is a outside snapring with a washer under it which must be removed. the shaft can then be pressed out without disturbing the carrier bearing races or shims. The new shaft is pressed in and the washer and clip are installed. The side plate in installed and you are basically done.

Ron

Thanks Ron.

I enjoy the additional feedback from everyone. I had forgotten that IPSCO might also make the M1 style CV stub shafts. Just trying to cover all bases.

Thanks,
Mark

Jack,
I may have. I have not tried to use the conical boots myself but Darryl Johnson did for a while. He changed to the high speed boots that I use somewhere along the line. If the conical boots were used on each end then there would be no change by reversing the shafts.

The conical boots are problematic, as they intercept the body and any exhaust, I have tried both and the so called high speed boot is more compact and fits the area nicely.

Chris, I think the conical boots are only a problem if you're using U-Joint to CV adapters, because the adapters move the CV boots an inch or so closer to the openings in the inner fender and to the exhaust. I've been using OEM Porsche conical boots without a problem; however, I have CV output flanges on my ZF.

David, you are right, I chose the adapted flange that requires no other mods, simple. I run 180's and on the outer side I used the conical boot ( no exhaust ). I still prefer the high speed boot as it keeps the grease concentrated in the C.V.
Theirs on more thing, it is important to note that the conical boot is susceptible to tears from road debris, once dislodged or torn the C.V. will collect dirt and ruin the joint.The only way to tear a high speed boot is to extend the angel of the shaft to extremes, like a broken coil over.