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Old 29-05-2007, 08:20 PM
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Hello there

We have a 1992 Sierra Cosworth Sapphire and have a prob with it.
The driveshaft at the front left wheel pops out after driving 10meter. The previous owner says the driveshafts are aftermarket ones because originals are hard to get.
But I think they might be too short. Does anyone know what the length of the driveshafts should be?
The ones on this car measure 620millimeters (I think is 24.40inch??) from top to top! Can anyone confirm that?

Another question regarding, are the driveshafts on a sierra XR4 the same as the cosworth ones?
Best regards, Cédric
Old 29-05-2007, 08:25 PM
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The XR4x4 shafts are longer, so you are better using them if the car is lowered.
Old 29-05-2007, 08:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Daveysaff
The XR4x4 shafts are longer, so you are better using them if the car is lowered.
as said above they are 10mm longer or escos shafts with the clip on the inside
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Thanks, that might help!
Still if anyone knows their exact length, I'd love to hear it!
Old 30-05-2007, 06:17 AM
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24.40" = 619.76mm, so close enough!!
25.4mm = 1", sorry can't help on how long they should be, maybe ring RECO-PROP, as they are VERY good/helpful 01582 412110
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Old 30-05-2007, 06:31 AM
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Is the car lowered at all?

If you lower them too much this can occur.
Old 30-05-2007, 11:56 PM
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Would also get your engine mounts checked for wear that wont help
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