No, I didn't try to estimate the working angle yet. I know you need some offset in order to roll the u-joint bearings a little and distribute the grease or they'll wear out quickly. I was just concerned with making sure the pinon and trans angles were close enough to prevent vibration problems. Part of that is that I couldn't think of an easy way to measure working angle. Using a length of angle iron as a straightedge didn't occur to me. Also it just dawned on me that I can measure height off the floor for each end and calculate the driveshaft angle. Thanks for the spark. I'll try to check it today.

regards,
Leon