If you're using the straight 6 you may get away with two joints and one shaft,but if however you go the V8 route you will probably need three joints,two shafts and a support bearing.

Like the guys say,parts are easy to come by,it just depends how deep your pockets are.....

I went for Borgesson stainless steel but there are cheaper alternatives,here's how I did mine.
This also links to other pics.

Last edited by jockbolter50; 12/14/2011 4:15 AM.
1950 Chevy Advance Design 3100 in Scotland
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