should i replace the intermediate shaft? - 3000GT/Stealth International Message Center

Black_Sunshine · 06-02-2008, 10:34 AM

should i replace the intermediate shaft? i'm going to be pulling the engine soon and will be replacing many parts including the driver side axle. passenger side was replaced a year ago. does the intermediate shaft wear out?

lawdogg · 06-02-2008, 11:26 AM

I thought the intermediate shaft was sold with the axle on the d/s? No?

Black_Sunshine · 06-02-2008, 02:10 PM

not that i know of? from the dealer it's 2 separate pieces with 2 different part numbers.

lawdogg · 06-03-2008, 04:17 AM

Well in that case I would probably replace it ... just while you're in there, might as well right?

JeffWVR4 · 06-03-2008, 07:39 AM

The driver's side axle is separate from the intermediate shaft. I've worked on a lot of 3S's, and although possible, I haven't found one yet that had a bad intermediate shaft.

The intermediate shaft consists of 3 parts, the shaft, the bracket, and bearings. Unless the splines are messed up, the only other part that may go bad would be the bearings. You can get a bearing pack for around $60 with the 3Si discount, and you'll need a machine shop to press the bearings. Or you can get a bracket assy with bearings for up to $230 depending on your model, and you'll still need a press to get it onto the shaft. Then there's the shaft itself that can run as high as $390 depending on your model.

I haven't been able to find a listing for a complete new intermediate shaft assembly, but I would bet it's pricey. So unless there's a problem with the splines or the bearings, you can probably use your old shaft without any problems. Or if in doubt, find a good used one from somewhere.

Black_Sunshine · 06-03-2008, 08:47 AM

Thanks Jeff. i was leaning towards not replacing it, but i wanted to make sure.

06-02-2008, 10:34 AM	#1 (permalink)
Black_Sunshine Boost Happy Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Bay Area CALI Drives: a japanese dodge Trader Rating: (65)	should i replace the intermediate shaft? should i replace the intermediate shaft? i'm going to be pulling the engine soon and will be replacing many parts including the driver side axle. passenger side was replaced a year ago. does the intermediate shaft wear out? __________________

06-02-2008, 11:26 AM	#2 (permalink)
lawdogg Here for the tuna. Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Williamsport, PA Drives: The Speed Limit Trader Rating: (62)	Re: should i replace the intermediate shaft? I thought the intermediate shaft was sold with the axle on the d/s? No? __________________ 94 VR-4: 11.8 @ 116, 17psi, pump, 13Ts

06-02-2008, 02:10 PM	#3 (permalink)
Black_Sunshine Boost Happy Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Bay Area CALI Drives: a japanese dodge Trader Rating: (65)	Re: should i replace the intermediate shaft? not that i know of? from the dealer it's 2 separate pieces with 2 different part numbers.

06-03-2008, 04:17 AM	#4 (permalink)
lawdogg Here for the tuna. Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Williamsport, PA Drives: The Speed Limit Trader Rating: (62)	Re: should i replace the intermediate shaft? Well in that case I would probably replace it ... just while you're in there, might as well right?

06-03-2008, 07:39 AM	#5 (permalink)
JeffWVR4 Certified Car Nut Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Belleville, MI Drives: Like a Grandpa Trader Rating: (1)	Re: should i replace the intermediate shaft? The driver's side axle is separate from the intermediate shaft. I've worked on a lot of 3S's, and although possible, I haven't found one yet that had a bad intermediate shaft. The intermediate shaft consists of 3 parts, the shaft, the bracket, and bearings. Unless the splines are messed up, the only other part that may go bad would be the bearings. You can get a bearing pack for around $60 with the 3Si discount, and you'll need a machine shop to press the bearings. Or you can get a bracket assy with bearings for up to $230 depending on your model, and you'll still need a press to get it onto the shaft. Then there's the shaft itself that can run as high as $390 depending on your model. I haven't been able to find a listing for a complete new intermediate shaft assembly, but I would bet it's pricey. So unless there's a problem with the splines or the bearings, you can probably use your old shaft without any problems. Or if in doubt, find a good used one from somewhere. __________________ Jeff W. Red '92 VR4 213,000 mile daily driver that run's 11's! Once I convinced the wife I needed 600hp to drive to work every day, 1/4 mile at a time, the rest was easy Finally on the road again after the broken rod mod at NG!!! Big 16G Turbos w/IPS headers and pre-cat eliminators, DR Stage 3 heads, 92mm Wiseco pistons, PTE 680cc injectors, ARC2 fuel controller, HKS Twin-Power Ignition, HKS EVC IV BC, HKS SSBOV, Alamo I/C's and HardPipe kit, ATR DP, Borla exhaust, NeedsWings Electronic Exhaust Cutout, MSD 8.5mm plug wires, Denso Stage1 fuel pump, DR Fuel Pump Hotwire Kit, South Bend FE/SS Stage 5 clutch, Boost Cooler water/meth injection, DynoTech Metal-Matrix aluminum driveshaft, no cats, Eibach lowering springs, PowerStop/Stillin rotors, Goodrich SS brake lines, PSI Tire Pressure Monitor System, AEM Wide-Band O2, Fittipaldi wheels, 2-tone all-leather Interior.

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06-03-2008, 08:47 AM	#6 (permalink)
Black_Sunshine Boost Happy Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Bay Area CALI Drives: a japanese dodge Trader Rating: (65)	Re: should i replace the intermediate shaft? Thanks Jeff. i was leaning towards not replacing it, but i wanted to make sure.