Is shaft itself a refurbished used part?

If install done right, (i.e. even, proper torque on cv bolts, all
parts present) and vibration wasn't there before install of new part,
I'd say it's something wrong with shaft itself.

Can't imagine how they'd get bent though...... if that's the case.

Neil.

81 AC Westy, w/new cv's but same old shafts.

On 3/19/07, Blake Heinlein <blakeheinlein@gmail.com> wrote:
> Hi everyone,
>
> I installed a new half-shaft (2 CV joints, 2 boots, and shaft) on the driver
> side of my differential on my 84' automatic. At speeds over about 45 mph I
> am experiencing a hum (or vibration) that is louder than normal. It is more
> pronounced when sustaining speed. During acceleration and deceleration it's
> less noticeable. Does anyone know if this is normal when breaking in a new
> half-shaft? Will it go away? Do I need to return it an complain? Is this a
> installation issue? I've only put 200 miles on the new part.  Advice
> appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
>
> --
> Blake Heinlein
> http://blakeheinlein.googlepages.com/
>