Twisted Input Shaft

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Oct 2, 2009 | 11:11 PM

RT930turbo

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Twisted Input Shaft

In the process of swapping my open trans axle for a LSD unit, I found this:

Any one else ever seen one like this?

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Oct 3, 2009 | 12:04 AM

MPD47

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Judging by how uniform it is and the paint marks, I'd say it's manufactured like that.

Oct 3, 2009 | 10:10 AM

LUCKY DAVE

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From: Encinitas, ca PCA National DE instructor PCA San Diego chief driving instructor

That's not twisted. Those marks are "chatter" marks from the machining process. They mean nothing.

Oct 3, 2009 | 03:34 PM