How Do You Measure A Drive Shaft?
The drive shaft is the part of the car that sends mechanical power from a motor or engine to another moving piece of the vehicle, such as the wheels. If your drive shaft has become damaged or needs to be replaced, you can find several deals online. However, you have to measure the drive shaft exactly to make sure you order the right size. If you order a part that is too big or too little, you could seriously damage your vehicle and hurt yourself or others. Jack up each rear side of your vehicle with two car jacks. This can done alone or with the help of a friend. Place a safety stand on either side of the rear end of the vehicle so that you can sufficiently get under your vehicle to measure the drive shaft. Plug in your electric auto lamp and hang it or place it under your vehicle so that you can completely see the drive shaft for accurate measuring. Use a measuring tape or ruler to measure the diameter of the outside snap ring U-joint. It should be between 1 1/16 and 1 3/8 inches. Wri
