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{"id":7009325121687,"title":"Duramax One Piece 5\" OD Aluminum Driveshaft - RCLB","handle":"5a1480-rclb-01-16","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5 Inch OD Aluminum Driveshaft for 2001-2016 Chevy\/GMC, Duramax Diesel, Regular Cab, Long Bed, 4WD\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis 5 inch aluminum driveshaft is an upgrade your OEM 3.5 \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003einch steel driveshaft. If you prefer an OEM 3.5 \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003einch steel driveshaft that matches OEM specs, find your OEM replacement driveshaft here: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Chevy OEM Replacement Driveshaft\" href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/replacement-driveshafts#make=Chevrolet\u0026amp;\"\u003eChevy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"GMC Sierra OEM Replacement Driveshaft\" href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/replacement-driveshafts#make=GMC\u0026amp;\"\u003eGMC\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFREE GROUND SHIPPING INSIDE THE USA\u003cbr\u003e(This product does not qualify for international shipping) \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cinput id=\"tab1a\" type=\"radio\" name=\"tabs\" checked\u003e \u003clabel for=\"tab1a\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/label\u003e \u003cinput id=\"tab2a\" type=\"radio\" name=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"tab2a\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/label\u003e \u003cinput id=\"tab3a\" type=\"radio\" name=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"tab3a\"\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/label\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuality Aluminum Driveshaft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen you need a driveshaft that is lightweight, can handle higher torque loads and can give you a nice polish finish, then consider an Action Machine aluminum driveshaft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Action Machine aluminum driveshaft is ideally suited for street rods, show cars, race cars and as OEM aluminum replacements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile other driveline shops may use .065\" wall or .083\" wall tubing for their aluminum driveshafts, our volume purchasing allows us to use .125\" wall tube for the same price as the thinner tube.  You have the best in aluminum performance no matter your application.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-sm-6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Ground Shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeamless 6061-T6 Tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision Balancing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium Spicer U-Joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-sm-6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariable Length Options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLifetime Warranty on our Welds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast Turn Around Time\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\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 2001 to 2016 Chevrolet\/GMC, Duramax, Regular Cab, Long Bed, 4 Wheel Drive, trucks with both manual and automatic transmissions. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eUse this driveshaft to upgrade your 3.5 inch steel driveshaft into a heavy duty 5 inch aluminum piece. Not only does the aluminum tubing have a larger diameter it is also twice as thick.  That means significant strength improvements. Before purchasing confirm your vehicle has clearance for the additional tube diameter. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis driveshaft is heavy duty from end to end. 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 inch thick -- rated for over 7,000 ft\/lbs of torque!  It will handle even the heaviest towing loads. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\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\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\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. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\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 a pulling truck, aluminum is the way to go.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis aluminum upgrade driveshaft is great for trucks that tow heavy trailers or for those who want the best in driveshaft strength.  If you don't need the upgrade then consider our OEM replacement driveshaft: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca title=\"Chevy OEM Replacement Driveshaft\" href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/replacement-driveshafts#make=Chevrolet\u0026amp;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/replacement-driveshafts#make=Chevrolet\u0026amp;\"\u003eChevy\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca title=\"GMC Sierra OEM Replacement Driveshaft\" href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/replacement-driveshafts#make=GMC\u0026amp;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/replacement-driveshafts#make=GMC\u0026amp;\"\u003eGMC\u003c\/a\u003e. The OEM driveshaft duplicates OEM strength and durability with premium sealed u-joints and precision balancing which matches OEM specifications. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\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\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"content2\"\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"font-size: 15px;\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9677%; height: 22px;\" data-mce-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;\" data-mce-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;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9677%; height: 22px;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 35.9677%; height: 22px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTube Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.7742%; height: 22px;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 61.7742%; height: 22px;\"\u003e0.125 WALL 6061-T6 Seamless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9677%; height: 22px;\" data-mce-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;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 61.7742%; height: 22px;\"\u003e5 Inch OD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 78px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 78px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9677%; height: 78px;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 35.9677%; height: 78px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eU-Joint:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.7742%; height: 78px;\" data-mce-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\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/actionmachineinc.myshopify.com\/pages\/finding-u-joint-series\"\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;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9677%; height: 22px;\" data-mce-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;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 61.7742%; height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e59 Inches Over All\u003cbr\u003e- From End of Slip-yoke to Center of U-Joint\u003chr\u003e50 5\/8 Inches CL to CL\u003cbr\u003e- Center Line of Front U-Joint to Center Line of Rear U-Joint\u003chr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSee note below for modified vehicles. \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9677%; height: 22px;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 35.9677%; height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 61.7742%; height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf would like a stock OEM Driveshaft view your options \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ehere: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/replacement-driveshafts#make=Chevrolet\u0026amp;\" title=\"Chevy OEM Replacement Driveshaft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/replacement-driveshafts#make=Chevrolet\u0026amp;\"\u003eChevy\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/replacement-driveshafts#make=GMC\u0026amp;\" title=\"GMC Sierra OEM Replacement Driveshaft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/replacement-driveshafts#make=GMC\u0026amp;\"\u003eGMC\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cbr\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 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\u003cspan\u003eRegular\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cab, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bed (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ft), Duramax Diesel, 4WD\u003c\/span\u003e\n\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\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRegular\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Cab, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLong\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Bed (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e8.0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e ft), Duramax Diesel, 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bgcolor=\"#e0e0e0\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eYears\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e2005, 2004, 2003, 2002 and 2001\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\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, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAutomatic\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\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"#e0e0e0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWheel Base\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e133 Inch \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(Year 2001 - 2010)\u003cbr\u003e138 \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eInch \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(Year 2011 - 2016)\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\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\u003cp\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 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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\u003e \u003ca 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 | PHONE \u003ca href=\"tel:574-287-9650\"\u003e(574)287-9650\u003c\/a\u003e |\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Contact Information for Action Machine Inc.\" href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eCONTACT 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charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5 Inch OD Aluminum Driveshaft for 2001-2016 Chevy\/GMC, Duramax Diesel, Regular Cab, Long Bed, 4WD\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis 5 inch aluminum driveshaft is an upgrade your OEM 3.5 \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003einch steel driveshaft. If you prefer an OEM 3.5 \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003einch steel driveshaft that matches OEM specs, find your OEM replacement driveshaft here: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Chevy OEM Replacement Driveshaft\" href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/replacement-driveshafts#make=Chevrolet\u0026amp;\"\u003eChevy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"GMC Sierra OEM Replacement Driveshaft\" href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/replacement-driveshafts#make=GMC\u0026amp;\"\u003eGMC\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFREE GROUND SHIPPING INSIDE THE USA\u003cbr\u003e(This product does not qualify for international shipping) \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cinput id=\"tab1a\" type=\"radio\" name=\"tabs\" checked\u003e \u003clabel for=\"tab1a\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/label\u003e \u003cinput id=\"tab2a\" type=\"radio\" name=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"tab2a\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/label\u003e \u003cinput id=\"tab3a\" type=\"radio\" name=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"tab3a\"\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/label\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuality Aluminum Driveshaft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen you need a driveshaft that is lightweight, can handle higher torque loads and can give you a nice polish finish, then consider an Action Machine aluminum driveshaft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Action Machine aluminum driveshaft is ideally suited for street rods, show cars, race cars and as OEM aluminum replacements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile other driveline shops may use .065\" wall or .083\" wall tubing for their aluminum driveshafts, our volume purchasing allows us to use .125\" wall tube for the same price as the thinner tube.  You have the best in aluminum performance no matter your application.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-sm-6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Ground Shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeamless 6061-T6 Tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision Balancing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium Spicer U-Joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-sm-6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariable Length Options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLifetime Warranty on our Welds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast Turn Around Time\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\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 2001 to 2016 Chevrolet\/GMC, Duramax, Regular Cab, Long Bed, 4 Wheel Drive, trucks with both manual and automatic transmissions. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eUse this driveshaft to upgrade your 3.5 inch steel driveshaft into a heavy duty 5 inch aluminum piece. Not only does the aluminum tubing have a larger diameter it is also twice as thick.  That means significant strength improvements. Before purchasing confirm your vehicle has clearance for the additional tube diameter. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis driveshaft is heavy duty from end to end. 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 inch thick -- rated for over 7,000 ft\/lbs of torque!  It will handle even the heaviest towing loads. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\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\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\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. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\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 a pulling truck, aluminum is the way to go.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis aluminum upgrade driveshaft is great for trucks that tow heavy trailers or for those who want the best in driveshaft strength.  If you don't need the upgrade then consider our OEM replacement driveshaft: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca title=\"Chevy OEM Replacement Driveshaft\" href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/replacement-driveshafts#make=Chevrolet\u0026amp;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/replacement-driveshafts#make=Chevrolet\u0026amp;\"\u003eChevy\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca title=\"GMC Sierra OEM Replacement Driveshaft\" href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/replacement-driveshafts#make=GMC\u0026amp;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/replacement-driveshafts#make=GMC\u0026amp;\"\u003eGMC\u003c\/a\u003e. The OEM driveshaft duplicates OEM strength and durability with premium sealed u-joints and precision balancing which matches OEM specifications. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\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\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"content2\"\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"font-size: 15px;\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9677%; height: 22px;\" data-mce-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;\" data-mce-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;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9677%; height: 22px;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 35.9677%; height: 22px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTube Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.7742%; height: 22px;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 61.7742%; height: 22px;\"\u003e0.125 WALL 6061-T6 Seamless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9677%; height: 22px;\" data-mce-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;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 61.7742%; height: 22px;\"\u003e5 Inch OD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 78px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 78px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9677%; height: 78px;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 35.9677%; height: 78px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eU-Joint:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.7742%; height: 78px;\" data-mce-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\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/actionmachineinc.myshopify.com\/pages\/finding-u-joint-series\"\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;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9677%; height: 22px;\" data-mce-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;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 61.7742%; height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e59 Inches Over All\u003cbr\u003e- From End of Slip-yoke to Center of U-Joint\u003chr\u003e50 5\/8 Inches CL to CL\u003cbr\u003e- Center Line of Front U-Joint to Center Line of Rear U-Joint\u003chr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSee note below for modified vehicles. \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.9677%; height: 22px;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 35.9677%; height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 61.7742%; height: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf would like a stock OEM Driveshaft view your options \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ehere: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/replacement-driveshafts#make=Chevrolet\u0026amp;\" title=\"Chevy OEM Replacement Driveshaft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/replacement-driveshafts#make=Chevrolet\u0026amp;\"\u003eChevy\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/replacement-driveshafts#make=GMC\u0026amp;\" title=\"GMC Sierra OEM Replacement Driveshaft\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.actionmachineinc.com\/pages\/replacement-driveshafts#make=GMC\u0026amp;\"\u003eGMC\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cbr\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 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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). 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Duramax One Piece 5" OD Aluminum Driveshaft - RCLB

Vendor: Action Machine Inc., Sku: 5A1480-M-RCLB(01-16)

Product Description

5 Inch OD Aluminum Driveshaft for 2001-2016 Chevy/GMC, Duramax Diesel, Regular Cab, Long Bed, 4WD

This 5 inch aluminum driveshaft is an upgrade your OEM 3.5 inch steel driveshaft. If you prefer an OEM 3.5 inch steel driveshaft that matches OEM specs, find your OEM replacement driveshaft here: Chevy or GMC

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Quality Aluminum Driveshaft

When you need a driveshaft that is lightweight, can handle higher torque loads and can give you a nice polish finish, then consider an Action Machine aluminum driveshaft.  The Action Machine aluminum driveshaft is ideally suited for street rods, show cars, race cars and as OEM aluminum replacements.  While other driveline shops may use .065" wall or .083" wall tubing for their aluminum driveshafts, our volume purchasing allows us to use .125" wall tube for the same price as the thinner tube.  You have the best in aluminum performance no matter your application.

  • Free Ground Shipping
  • Seamless 6061-T6 Tubing
  • Precision Balancing
  • Premium Spicer U-Joints
  • Variable Length Options
  • Lifetime Warranty on our Welds
  • Fast Turn Around Time

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    Heavy Duty 5 Inch Aluminum Driveshaft

    This driveshaft fits 2001 to 2016 Chevrolet/GMC, Duramax, Regular Cab, Long Bed, 4 Wheel Drive, trucks with both manual and automatic transmissions. 

    Use this driveshaft to upgrade your 3.5 inch steel driveshaft into a heavy duty 5 inch aluminum piece. Not only does the aluminum tubing have a larger diameter it is also twice as thick.  That means significant strength improvements. Before purchasing confirm your vehicle has clearance for the additional tube diameter. 

    This driveshaft is heavy duty from end to end. 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 inch 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.  

    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 a pulling truck, aluminum is the way to go.

    This aluminum upgrade driveshaft is great for trucks that tow heavy trailers or for those who want the best in driveshaft strength.  If you don't need the upgrade then consider our OEM replacement driveshaft: Chevy or GMC. 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 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: 59 Inches Over All
    - From End of Slip-yoke to Center of U-Joint
    50 5/8 Inches CL to CL
    - Center Line of Front U-Joint to Center Line of Rear U-Joint
    See note below for modified vehicles. 

    Note:

    If would like a stock OEM Driveshaft view your options here: Chevy or GMC




     

    How to Measure a Driveshaft Slip Yoke.

    MODEL MAKE FITMENT NOTES
    Chevy
    Silverado 2500 Regular Cab, Long Bed (8.0 ft), Duramax Diesel, 4WD
    Chevy Silverado 3500 Regular Cab, Long Bed (8.0 ft), Duramax Diesel, 4WD
    GMC
    Sierra 2500
    Regular Cab, Long Bed (8.0 ft), Duramax Diesel, 4WD
    GMC Sierra 3500 Regular Cab, Long Bed (8.0 ft), Duramax Diesel, 4WD

     Years
    2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002 and 2001
    Transmission 4WD, Automatic
    Trans Code Duramax Diesel, Allison 1000 
    Wheel Base 133 Inch (Year 2001 - 2010)
    138 Inch (Year 2011 - 2016)
    Position Rear Driveshaft


     

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    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:
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    Sku: 5A1480-M-RCLB(01-16)

    Ship Time:

    All driveshafts are custom built to your specification. Current lead time is 1 to 2 weeks from time of order.
    $903.55
    Maximum quantity available reached.
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