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{"id":5999741665431,"title":"Duramax One Piece 5\" OD Aluminum Driveshaft - XCSB","handle":"5a1480-xcsb-11-18","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHeavy duty stock replacement driveshaft, upgrade to an aluminum driveshaft, 5 Inch OD for Chevy\/ GMC 2500 2011-2018\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis is a heavy duty 0.125 inch wall tubing upgrade driveshaft.  If you would prefer the OEM replacement driveshaft, built to OEM specs with premium sealed u-joints and precision balanced, please see these options: \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Chevy 2500 OEM Replacement Driveshaft\" href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/replacement-driveshafts#make=Chevrolet\u0026amp;model=Silverado%202500\u0026amp;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChevy 2500\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"GMC OEM Replacement Driveshaft\" href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/replacement-driveshafts#make=GMC\u0026amp;model=Sierra%202500\u0026amp;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGMC 2500\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFREE GROUND SHIPPING INSIDE THE USA\u003cbr\u003e(This product does not qualify for international shipping) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cinput id=\"tab1a\" type=\"radio\" name=\"tabs\" checked\u003e \n\u003clabel for=\"tab1a\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/label\u003e \n \u003cinput id=\"tab2a\" type=\"radio\" name=\"tabs\"\u003e \n \u003clabel for=\"tab2a\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/label\u003e \n \u003cinput id=\"tab3a\" type=\"radio\" name=\"tabs\"\u003e \n \u003clabel for=\"tab3a\"\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/label\u003e\n \u003cinput id=\"tab4a\" type=\"radio\" name=\"tabs\"\u003e \n \u003clabel for=\"tab4a\"\u003eTubing\u003c\/label\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ***** 1 ***** --\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"content1\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavy Duty 5 Inch Aluminum Driveshaft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis driveshaft fits 2011 to 2018 Chevrolet\/GMC, Duramax Extended Cab Short Bed 4 Wheel Drive trucks with both manual and automatic transmissions. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis driveshaft is heavy duty from end to end. The OEM shaft is an .083\" wall aluminum while our upgrade driveshaft is .125 wall - 50% thicker! We use the Spicer cold forged sealed u-joint - the best and strongest 1480 u-joint available.  The Aluminum tubing is 5 inch OD Arconic premium aluminum seamless material that is 1\/8\" thick -- rated for over 7,000 ft\/lbs of torque!  It will handle even the heaviest towing loads. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe offer a lifetime warranty on our welds and a 1 year unlimited mile warranty on all parts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe driveshaft comes fully assembled with the transfer case slip yoke, balanced and ready to bolt in.  Installation is as simple as sliding in the transfer case yoke and bolting up the straps.  If you need new straps for the rear end yoke, select that option below.  It is not common but it is always a good idea to check for clearance issues with the larger diameter tubing to ensure the proper driveshaft fitment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou won't be disappointed with your 5 inch aluminum driveshaft.  Time and again customers are impressed at how well made the driveshaft is. - no matter if is a daily driver, over the road towing rig or pulling truck, aluminum is the way to go.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis aluminum upgrade driveshaft is great for trucks that do towing or for those who want the best in driveshaft strength.  Don't need the upgrade?  Then consider our OEM replacement driveshaft: \u003ca title=\"Chevy 2500 Replacement Driveshaft\" href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/replacement-driveshafts#make=Chevrolet\u0026amp;model=Silverado%202500\u0026amp;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChevy 2500\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca title=\"GMC Sierra 2500 OEM Replacement Driveshaft\" href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/replacement-driveshafts#make=GMC\u0026amp;model=Sierra%202500\u0026amp;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGMC 2500\u003c\/a\u003e. The OEM driveshaft duplicates OEM strength and durability with premium sealed u-joints and precision balancing which matches OEM specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-sm-12\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\u003cstrong\u003et\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- ***** 2 ***** --\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"content2\"\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9677%; height: 22px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeld Yoke Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.7742%; height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAluminum 6061-T6 Forged Yoke\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9677%; height: 22px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTube Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.7742%; height: 22px;\"\u003e0.125 inch Wall 6061-T6 Seamless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9677%; height: 22px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTube Outside Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.7742%; height: 22px;\"\u003e5 Inch OD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 78px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9677%; height: 78px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;\"\u003eU-Joint:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.7742%; height: 78px;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSpicer\/Dana\u003cbr\u003e1480 Series \u003ca title=\"U-Joint Measuring Guide\" href=\"https:\/\/actionmachineinc.myshopify.com\/pages\/finding-u-joint-series\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(Measuring Guide - U-Joint)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eU-Joint Size: 1 3\/8\" Cap x 4 3\/16\" Span\u003cbr\u003ePremium Non-Greasable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9677%; height: 22px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDriveshaft Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd title=\"Over all driveshaft measurements to be taken from the center of u-joint on one end to the center of u-joint on the opposite end.\" style=\"width: 61.7742%; height: 22px;\"\u003e64 5\/8 inches - Seal to Center of U-Joint\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/actionmachineinc.myshopify.com\/pages\/driveshaft-measuring-guide-form-1-piece\" title=\"Driveshaft Length Measuring Guide\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(Measuring Guide - Driveshaft Length)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSee note below for modified vehicles.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: start;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"Driveshaft Length Measuring Digram\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2012\/8549\/files\/Driveshaft_Length_slip-ujoint_600x600.png?v=1603981600\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2012\/8549\/files\/Driveshaft_Length_slip-ujoint_600x600.png?v=1603981600\" data-mce-style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- ***** 3 ***** --\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Measure a Driveshaft Slip Yoke.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"content3\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table table-bordered\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"pzv-tbl-tc2\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"pzv-tbl-tl1 ng-binding ng-scope\" ng-repeat=\"item in part.compatTableHead\"\u003eMODEL\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"pzv-tbl-tl1 ng-binding ng-scope\" ng-repeat=\"item in part.compatTableHead\"\u003eMAKE\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFITMENT NOTES\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody class=\"pzv-tbl-tc1\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChevy\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilverado 2500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExtended Cab, Short Bed (6.5 ft), Duramax Diesel, 4WD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eGMC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSierra 2500\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eExtended Cab, Short Bed (6.5 ft), Duramax Diesel, 4WD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"#e0e0e0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChevy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0;\"\u003eGMC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"#e0e0e0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMake\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilverado 2500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0;\"\u003eSierra 2500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"#e0e0e0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCab\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExtended Cab\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0;\"\u003eExtended Cab\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"#e0e0e0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShort Bed (6.5 ft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0;\"\u003eShort Bed (6.5 ft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"#e0e0e0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYears\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"#e0e0e0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransmission\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4WD, Automatic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4WD, Automatic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"#e0e0e0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrans Code\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuramax Diesel, Allison 1000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDuramax Diesel, Allison 1000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"#e0e0e0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWheel Base\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e143.5 Inch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e143.5 Inch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"#e0e0e0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear Driveshaft\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0;\"\u003eRear Driveshaft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- ***** 4 ***** --\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"content4\"\u003e\n \u003ch3\u003eQuality Aluminum Tubing vs. Thin wall Swedged Tubing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2012\/8549\/files\/Screen_Shot_2024-04-11_at_2.25.38_PM.png?v=1712859999\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n \u003ctbody\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAction Machine Inc.:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeavy Duty Tubing \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Others:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThin Wall Swedged Tubing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n \u003c\/table\u003e\n \u003chr\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe Action Machine driveshaft is a heavy-duty driveshaft made to last. You will find cheaper aluminum driveshafts on the internet but that is what they are – cheaper in price and quality. \u003c\/p\u003e \n \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"AMI aluminum vs Swedged driveshaft\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2012\/8549\/files\/Screen_Shot_2024-04-12_at_3.25.26_PM.png?v=1712949983\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n When you see other aluminum driveshafts with tubing that is bigger in the middle and smaller at the ends, that is a thin wall 0.075 inch aluminum which is light duty OEM material. Our 1\/8 inch thick heavy duty Arconic brand tube is made with an even wall thickness and extra straight from end to end to run vibration free and for incredible torque performance. Some driveshafts with cheaper prices have conversion u-joints that step from one u-joint size to another or greaseable u-joints. Conversion and greaseable u-joints are not as strong as the cold forged solid cross u-joints that we use and have more play. Many of the cheaper shafts have cast weld yokes at each end while ours are USA made forged weld yokes. In fact, every part of our driveshaft from end to end is USA made premium product – assembled, welded and balanced by our team here in Indiana. You can’t compare the quality, durability and life you will get from our driveshaft to other lower cost driveshafts out there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003chr\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2012\/8549\/files\/Screen_Shot_2024-04-11_at_1.38.19_PM.png?v=1712858130\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\np:not(:last-child) {\n margin: 0 0 20px;\n}\n\n\nsection {\n display: none;\n padding: 50px 0 0;\n border-top: 1px solid #DE330E;\n}\n\n#tab1a {\n display: none;\n}\n#tab2a {\n display: none;\n}\n#tab3a {\n display: none;\n}\n#tab4a {\n display: none;\n}\n\n\nlabel {\n display: inline-block;\n margin: 0 0 -1px;\n padding: 15px 25px;\n font-weight: 600;\n text-align: center;\n color: #DE330E;\n border: 1px solid transparent;\n}\n\nlabel:before {\n \n font-weight: normal;\n margin-right: 10px;\n}\n\nlabel[for*='1']:before { content: '\\f1cb'; }\nlabel[for*='2']:before { content: '\\f17d'; }\nlabel[for*='3']:before { content: '\\f16c'; }\nlabel[for*='4']:before { content: '\\f171'; }\n\nlabel:hover {\n color: #789;\n cursor: pointer;\n}\n\ninput:checked + label {\n color: #DE330E;\n border: 1px solid #abc;\n border-top: 2px solid #DE330E;\n border-bottom: 1px solid #fff;\n}\n\n#tab1a:checked ~ #content1,\n#tab2a:checked ~ #content2,\n#tab3a:checked ~ #content3,\n#tab4a:checked ~ #content4 {\n display: block;\n}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis drive shaft includes the slip yoke and is balanced and ready to install.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eModified Vehicles:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis driveshaft is designed to fit stock vehicle applications, double check your driveshaft length if your truck is lifted, leveled or modified. We maybe able to make you a custom driveshaft to match your unique vehicle specifications - contact us today with your driveshaft length (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/one-piece-driveshaft-option-one-seal-boot\" title=\"One Piece Driveshaft - Measuring Guide\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/one-piece-driveshaft-option-one-seal-boot\"\u003emeasuring guide\u003c\/a\u003e). The maximum length driveshaft that AMI can build is 89 inches seal to center of u-joint.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you have any questions we are here to help: \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" title=\"Contact Information for Action Machine Inc.\" href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/contact-us\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eCONTACT US\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/m.me\/126080680780625?ref=messenger_commerce_1163199097047119_https:\/\/actionmachineinc.myshopify.com\/collections\/step-2-slip-yokes?_sc=1\u0026amp;design_theme_id=169352453\u0026amp;frame_token=M_N5SwVtMVwJVnoWROpsibpht2k2_W8cadlvVAJ0kej_vX_Kn1ZeTiXa9q1gt0_QsQQBNTSagPD0jTIUAGNvWcgHdpxZLlBDrXx0QjFkCDdGrNxRamwV7l-GVSbjpuuoiaDEFMvvgL5EMsWwP1LiKA%3D%3D\" 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charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHeavy duty stock replacement driveshaft, upgrade to an aluminum driveshaft, 5 Inch OD for Chevy\/ GMC 2500 2011-2018\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis is a heavy duty 0.125 inch wall tubing upgrade driveshaft.  If you would prefer the OEM replacement driveshaft, built to OEM specs with premium sealed u-joints and precision balanced, please see these options: \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Chevy 2500 OEM Replacement Driveshaft\" href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/replacement-driveshafts#make=Chevrolet\u0026amp;model=Silverado%202500\u0026amp;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChevy 2500\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"GMC OEM Replacement Driveshaft\" href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/replacement-driveshafts#make=GMC\u0026amp;model=Sierra%202500\u0026amp;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGMC 2500\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFREE GROUND SHIPPING INSIDE THE USA\u003cbr\u003e(This product does not qualify for international shipping) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cinput id=\"tab1a\" type=\"radio\" name=\"tabs\" checked\u003e \n\u003clabel for=\"tab1a\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/label\u003e \n \u003cinput id=\"tab2a\" type=\"radio\" name=\"tabs\"\u003e \n \u003clabel for=\"tab2a\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/label\u003e \n \u003cinput id=\"tab3a\" type=\"radio\" name=\"tabs\"\u003e \n \u003clabel for=\"tab3a\"\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/label\u003e\n \u003cinput id=\"tab4a\" type=\"radio\" name=\"tabs\"\u003e \n \u003clabel for=\"tab4a\"\u003eTubing\u003c\/label\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ***** 1 ***** --\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"content1\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavy Duty 5 Inch Aluminum Driveshaft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis driveshaft fits 2011 to 2018 Chevrolet\/GMC, Duramax Extended Cab Short Bed 4 Wheel Drive trucks with both manual and automatic transmissions. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis driveshaft is heavy duty from end to end. The OEM shaft is an .083\" wall aluminum while our upgrade driveshaft is .125 wall - 50% thicker! We use the Spicer cold forged sealed u-joint - the best and strongest 1480 u-joint available.  The Aluminum tubing is 5 inch OD Arconic premium aluminum seamless material that is 1\/8\" thick -- rated for over 7,000 ft\/lbs of torque!  It will handle even the heaviest towing loads. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe offer a lifetime warranty on our welds and a 1 year unlimited mile warranty on all parts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe driveshaft comes fully assembled with the transfer case slip yoke, balanced and ready to bolt in.  Installation is as simple as sliding in the transfer case yoke and bolting up the straps.  If you need new straps for the rear end yoke, select that option below.  It is not common but it is always a good idea to check for clearance issues with the larger diameter tubing to ensure the proper driveshaft fitment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou won't be disappointed with your 5 inch aluminum driveshaft.  Time and again customers are impressed at how well made the driveshaft is. - no matter if is a daily driver, over the road towing rig or pulling truck, aluminum is the way to go.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis aluminum upgrade driveshaft is great for trucks that do towing or for those who want the best in driveshaft strength.  Don't need the upgrade?  Then consider our OEM replacement driveshaft: \u003ca title=\"Chevy 2500 Replacement Driveshaft\" href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/replacement-driveshafts#make=Chevrolet\u0026amp;model=Silverado%202500\u0026amp;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChevy 2500\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca title=\"GMC Sierra 2500 OEM Replacement Driveshaft\" href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/replacement-driveshafts#make=GMC\u0026amp;model=Sierra%202500\u0026amp;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGMC 2500\u003c\/a\u003e. The OEM driveshaft duplicates OEM strength and durability with premium sealed u-joints and precision balancing which matches OEM specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-sm-12\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\u003cstrong\u003et\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- ***** 2 ***** --\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"content2\"\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9677%; height: 22px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeld Yoke Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.7742%; height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAluminum 6061-T6 Forged Yoke\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 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\u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAction Machine Inc.:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeavy Duty Tubing \u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Others:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThin Wall Swedged Tubing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n \u003c\/table\u003e\n \u003chr\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe Action Machine driveshaft is a heavy-duty driveshaft made to last. You will find cheaper aluminum driveshafts on the internet but that is what they are – cheaper in price and quality. \u003c\/p\u003e \n \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"AMI aluminum vs Swedged driveshaft\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2012\/8549\/files\/Screen_Shot_2024-04-12_at_3.25.26_PM.png?v=1712949983\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n When you see other aluminum driveshafts with tubing that is bigger in the middle and smaller at the ends, that is a thin wall 0.075 inch aluminum which is light duty OEM material. Our 1\/8 inch thick heavy duty Arconic brand tube is made with an even wall thickness and extra straight from end to end to run vibration free and for incredible torque performance. Some driveshafts with cheaper prices have conversion u-joints that step from one u-joint size to another or greaseable u-joints. Conversion and greaseable u-joints are not as strong as the cold forged solid cross u-joints that we use and have more play. Many of the cheaper shafts have cast weld yokes at each end while ours are USA made forged weld yokes. In fact, every part of our driveshaft from end to end is USA made premium product – assembled, welded and balanced by our team here in Indiana. You can’t compare the quality, durability and life you will get from our driveshaft to other lower cost driveshafts out there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003chr\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2012\/8549\/files\/Screen_Shot_2024-04-11_at_1.38.19_PM.png?v=1712858130\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\np:not(:last-child) {\n margin: 0 0 20px;\n}\n\n\nsection {\n display: none;\n padding: 50px 0 0;\n border-top: 1px solid #DE330E;\n}\n\n#tab1a {\n display: none;\n}\n#tab2a {\n display: none;\n}\n#tab3a {\n display: none;\n}\n#tab4a {\n display: none;\n}\n\n\nlabel {\n display: inline-block;\n margin: 0 0 -1px;\n padding: 15px 25px;\n font-weight: 600;\n text-align: center;\n color: #DE330E;\n border: 1px solid transparent;\n}\n\nlabel:before {\n \n font-weight: normal;\n margin-right: 10px;\n}\n\nlabel[for*='1']:before { content: '\\f1cb'; }\nlabel[for*='2']:before { content: '\\f17d'; }\nlabel[for*='3']:before { content: '\\f16c'; }\nlabel[for*='4']:before { content: '\\f171'; }\n\nlabel:hover {\n color: #789;\n cursor: pointer;\n}\n\ninput:checked + label {\n color: #DE330E;\n border: 1px solid #abc;\n border-top: 2px solid #DE330E;\n border-bottom: 1px solid #fff;\n}\n\n#tab1a:checked ~ #content1,\n#tab2a:checked ~ #content2,\n#tab3a:checked ~ #content3,\n#tab4a:checked ~ #content4 {\n display: block;\n}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis drive shaft includes the slip yoke and is balanced and ready to install.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eModified Vehicles:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis driveshaft is designed to fit stock vehicle applications, double check your driveshaft length if your truck is lifted, leveled or modified. We maybe able to make you a custom driveshaft to match your unique vehicle specifications - contact us today with your driveshaft length (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/one-piece-driveshaft-option-one-seal-boot\" title=\"One Piece Driveshaft - Measuring Guide\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/one-piece-driveshaft-option-one-seal-boot\"\u003emeasuring guide\u003c\/a\u003e). The maximum length driveshaft that AMI can build is 89 inches seal to center of u-joint.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you have any questions we are here to help: \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" title=\"Contact Information for Action Machine Inc.\" href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/contact-us\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eCONTACT US\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/m.me\/126080680780625?ref=messenger_commerce_1163199097047119_https:\/\/actionmachineinc.myshopify.com\/collections\/step-2-slip-yokes?_sc=1\u0026amp;design_theme_id=169352453\u0026amp;frame_token=M_N5SwVtMVwJVnoWROpsibpht2k2_W8cadlvVAJ0kej_vX_Kn1ZeTiXa9q1gt0_QsQQBNTSagPD0jTIUAGNvWcgHdpxZLlBDrXx0QjFkCDdGrNxRamwV7l-GVSbjpuuoiaDEFMvvgL5EMsWwP1LiKA%3D%3D\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/m.me\/126080680780625?ref=messenger_commerce_1163199097047119_https:\/\/actionmachineinc.myshopify.com\/collections\/step-2-slip-yokes?_sc=1\u0026amp;design_theme_id=169352453\u0026amp;frame_token=M_N5SwVtMVwJVnoWROpsibpht2k2_W8cadlvVAJ0kej_vX_Kn1ZeTiXa9q1gt0_QsQQBNTSagPD0jTIUAGNvWcgHdpxZLlBDrXx0QjFkCDdGrNxRamwV7l-GVSbjpuuoiaDEFMvvgL5EMsWwP1LiKA%3D%3D\"\u003e CHAT\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(574) 287-9650\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFREE GROUND SHIPPING INSIDE THE USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e(This product does not qualify for international shipping) \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e"}

Duramax One Piece 5" OD Aluminum Driveshaft - XCSB

Vendor: Action Machine Inc., Sku: 5A1480-M-XCSB(11-18)

Product Description

Heavy duty stock replacement driveshaft, upgrade to an aluminum driveshaft, 5 Inch OD for Chevy/ GMC 2500 2011-2018

This is a heavy duty 0.125 inch wall tubing upgrade driveshaft.  If you would prefer the OEM replacement driveshaft, built to OEM specs with premium sealed u-joints and precision balanced, please see these options:  Chevy 2500 or GMC 2500.

FREE GROUND SHIPPING INSIDE THE USA
(This product does not qualify for international shipping) 


Heavy Duty 5 Inch Aluminum Driveshaft

This driveshaft fits 2011 to 2018 Chevrolet/GMC, Duramax Extended Cab Short Bed 4 Wheel Drive trucks with both manual and automatic transmissions. 

This driveshaft is heavy duty from end to end. The OEM shaft is an .083" wall aluminum while our upgrade driveshaft is .125 wall - 50% thicker! We use the Spicer cold forged sealed u-joint - the best and strongest 1480 u-joint available.  The Aluminum tubing is 5 inch OD Arconic premium aluminum seamless material that is 1/8" thick -- rated for over 7,000 ft/lbs of torque!  It will handle even the heaviest towing loads. We offer a lifetime warranty on our welds and a 1 year unlimited mile warranty on all parts.

The driveshaft comes fully assembled with the transfer case slip yoke, balanced and ready to bolt in.  Installation is as simple as sliding in the transfer case yoke and bolting up the straps.  If you need new straps for the rear end yoke, select that option below.  It is not common but it is always a good idea to check for clearance issues with the larger diameter tubing to ensure the proper driveshaft fitment.

You won't be disappointed with your 5 inch aluminum driveshaft.  Time and again customers are impressed at how well made the driveshaft is. - no matter if is a daily driver, over the road towing rig or pulling truck, aluminum is the way to go.

This aluminum upgrade driveshaft is great for trucks that do towing or for those who want the best in driveshaft strength.  Don't need the upgrade?  Then consider our OEM replacement driveshaft: Chevy 2500 or GMC 2500. The OEM driveshaft duplicates OEM strength and durability with premium sealed u-joints and precision balancing which matches OEM specifications.

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Weld Yoke Material:
Aluminum 6061-T6 Forged Yoke
Tube Material: 0.125 inch Wall 6061-T6 Seamless
Tube Outside Diameter: 5 Inch OD
U-Joint:
Spicer/Dana
1480 Series (Measuring Guide - U-Joint)
U-Joint Size: 1 3/8" Cap x 4 3/16" Span
Premium Non-Greasable
Driveshaft Length: 64 5/8 inches - Seal to Center of U-Joint
(Measuring Guide - Driveshaft Length)
See note below for modified vehicles.

Driveshaft Length Measuring Digram


 

How to Measure a Driveshaft Slip Yoke.

MODEL MAKE FITMENT NOTES
Chevy
Silverado 2500 Extended Cab, Short Bed (6.5 ft), Duramax Diesel, 4WD
GMC
Sierra 2500
Extended Cab, Short Bed (6.5 ft), Duramax Diesel, 4WD

Model Chevy GMC
Make Silverado 2500 Sierra 2500
Cab Extended Cab Extended Cab
Bed Short Bed (6.5 ft) Short Bed (6.5 ft)
Years
2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018
2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018
Transmission 4WD, Automatic 4WD, Automatic
Trans Code Duramax Diesel, Allison 1000 Duramax Diesel, Allison 1000
Wheel Base 143.5 Inch 143.5 Inch
Position Rear Driveshaft Rear Driveshaft


 

Quality Aluminum Tubing vs. Thin wall Swedged Tubing

Action Machine Inc.:
Heavy Duty Tubing 
The Others:
Thin Wall Swedged Tubing

The Action Machine driveshaft is a heavy-duty driveshaft made to last. You will find cheaper aluminum driveshafts on the internet but that is what they are – cheaper in price and quality.

AMI aluminum vs Swedged driveshaft

When you see other aluminum driveshafts with tubing that is bigger in the middle and smaller at the ends, that is a thin wall 0.075 inch aluminum which is light duty OEM material. Our 1/8 inch thick heavy duty Arconic brand tube is made with an even wall thickness and extra straight from end to end to run vibration free and for incredible torque performance. Some driveshafts with cheaper prices have conversion u-joints that step from one u-joint size to another or greaseable u-joints. Conversion and greaseable u-joints are not as strong as the cold forged solid cross u-joints that we use and have more play. Many of the cheaper shafts have cast weld yokes at each end while ours are USA made forged weld yokes. In fact, every part of our driveshaft from end to end is USA made premium product – assembled, welded and balanced by our team here in Indiana. You can’t compare the quality, durability and life you will get from our driveshaft to other lower cost driveshafts out there.



This drive shaft includes the slip yoke and is balanced and ready to install.

Modified Vehicles:
This driveshaft is designed to fit stock vehicle applications, double check your driveshaft length if your truck is lifted, leveled or modified. We maybe able to make you a custom driveshaft to match your unique vehicle specifications - contact us today with your driveshaft length (measuring guide). The maximum length driveshaft that AMI can build is 89 inches seal to center of u-joint.


If you have any questions we are here to help: 
CONTACT US |  CHAT | (574) 287-9650


FREE GROUND SHIPPING INSIDE THE USA
(This product does not qualify for international shipping) 


Sku: 5A1480-M-XCSB(11-18)

Ship Time:

All driveshafts are custom built to your specification. Current lead time is 1 week from time of order.

$903.55
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