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High Clearance HD Rear Driveshaft, 66-77 Ford Bronco - Made in USA SKU: 8581

High Clearance HD Rear Driveshaft, 66-77 Ford Bronco - Made in USA

High Clearance HD Rear Driveshaft, 66-77 Ford Bronco - Made in USA

High Clearance HD Rear Driveshaft 66-77 Bronco - Made in USA
Purchase High Clearance HD Rear Driveshaft, 66-77 Ford Bronco - Made in USA
$419.95 SKU: 8581
Fits 66-77 Ford Bronco
22 Reviews
Running Length (Center U-Joint to Center U-Joint):

Product Overview:

These are our premium driveshafts. We use D.O.M. tubing and full length splines. This provides far more spline surface contact which makes the driveshaft last longer. Comes with #8582 Driveshaft Bolts.

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These are our premium driveshafts. We use D.O.M. tubing and full length splines. This provides far more spline surface contact which makes the driveshaft last longer. Comes with #8582 Driveshaft Bolts.

Our premium, high clearance early Bronco driveshafts are a testament to our commitment to quality & performance. We use only domestically sourced DOM tubing and employ full-length splines, setting our driveshafts apart from the competition. This ensures maximum spline surface contact resulting in improved durability of our drivlines.

The longer slip yoke splines offer extended travel within the slip yoke, making these 66-77 Ford Bronco drive shafts ideal for use with our long-travel suspensions. The tubing on these drive lines has a narrower diameter and thicker wall, providing valuable clearance when navigating challenging trails.

How Do Our High Clearance Driveshafts Compare to Others?

  1. Enhanced U-Joint Design: Our 1310 series U-joints feature a grease fitting conveniently located in the bearing cap, simplifying maintenance—a feature not commonly found in other products.

  2. Custom Forged Slip Yokes: Our custom-forged slip yokes offer approximately twice the strength of OE yokes. They incorporate a solid plug to prevent contaminants from infiltrating & ensure proper grease distribution.

  3. Full Length Splines: Full length, forged steel splines with wear-resistant coating. The full-length splines provide double the contact area with the slip yoke for added lifespan.

  4. Premium DOM Tubing: We exclusively use domestically sourced DOM tubing, which nearly doubles the yield and tensile strength when compared to CREW (cold-rolled electric welded) tube, reinforcing the structural integrity of our driveshafts.

  5. Top-Quality CV Components: All CV components are sourced from reputable manufacturers like Spicer, Neapco, or their affiliated companies. These components are selected to offer exceptional flexibility without compromising on strength.

As an added bonus, every drive shaft purchase includes a service tool for greasing the center pivot point of the CV assembly. Each drive shaft is delivered fully assembled with U-joints and CV joint. They come balanced and ready to install. To ensure the perfect fit, select the appropriate running length. We offer this driveshaft in 33.5, 34.5 or 35.5 inch lengths measured from center joint to center joint on the transfer case and pinion yokes as the Bronco sits level. Also available for special order in custom lengths.

For precise measurements and additional considerations, please refer to the measurement instructions and other valuable information on the Driveshaft Category page. If you are running Cleveland style driveshafts, you will need to purchase a new Dana Spicer style transfer case yoke.

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Asked by Anonymous, January 7, 2022

Q: what rear u joint do these come with

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Answered by sales - January 7, 2022

A: All of our drive shafts come standard with 1310 Spicer style u-joints.

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Asked by Kameron, April 28, 2021

Q: How much travel do these allow for?

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Answered by sales - May 5, 2021

A: It gives 2 each way from the working length it is built to.

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Asked by israel perez, March 17, 2021

Q: I'm looking to off-road, I was wondering if this shaft can handle well in sand dunning, rock crawling and muddy terrains

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Answered by sales - March 17, 2021

A: Absolutely. This is what we would and do use as well. A great choice made from strong DOM tubing. We would not expect any issue.

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Asked by Wade Walker, April 25, 2020

Q: i am about to put a 5 1/2 inch lift kit on my 67 bronco. what size drive shaft do i need to get?

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Answered by sales - April 28, 2020

A: You need to get the lift completely installed and measure for your Bronco. Anything else is a guess, and could be wrong. Sorry. Check our drive shaft page for instructions on measuring. https://www.wildhorses4x4.com/category/Early_Bronco_Driveshafts

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Asked by Devin Kocik, March 19, 2016

Q: I'm looking at getting the Extreme Duty rear Driveshaft ( #8581 ) but my size isn't listed. for the custom length option do I give the tight measurement from yoke to yoke? (30 3/4 ) or do I need to subtract some, if so how much?

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Answered by sales - March 28, 2016

A: If your size is not an option, choose custom. Give us your working length, vehicle on the ground with weight on it, from center of yoke to center of yoke.

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Asked by Kris, March 3, 2014

Q: I'm trying to determine the proper length for my driveshaft. It is 34 from fixed yoke to fixed yoke. Which driveshaft do I get?

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Answered by sales - March 4, 2014

A: Go with 34.5 guessing you have a 2.5-3.5 suspension lift.

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PRODUCT REVIEWS
Dax
Reviewed 03/19/2020
Kinda like plug n' play but more like bolt up and start playing, These shafts are awesome, look tough and built tough ! Bought the front and rear drive shafts.

Kevin
Reviewed 05/05/2019
Ordered a custom length rear HD driveshaft and it fit perfectly! Process was seamless as most of my WH purchases. The only negative was the chrome paint and it seems to have been packaged still wet, not a huge deal overall.

Ivan wright
Reviewed 04/25/2019
This thing came in and fit perfectly, was tight and rock solid. I'm very impressed.

Daniel Rohrbaugh
Reviewed 01/08/2018
Once again awesome products from Wild Horses! I have always had great customer service and they deliver only the best parts! Thank you Wild Horses!

Ryan Boling
Reviewed 11/07/2017
Well built shaft! Looks and performs as promised. Package didn't fare to well during shipping and the grease zerts were knocked off 2 of the 3 cups. I had spares so no biggie to remove the broke ones and replace.

Steve Shull
Reviewed 08/26/2017
Tom Woods shaft comes with a great reputation. It is certainly much better than my worn out stocker, lol. Looking forward to putting it through hell.

Randy
Reviewed 08/14/2017
It came well packaged fit perfectly. No issues at all.

Tammy Ennis
Reviewed 04/18/2017
Looks great, haven't had a chance to go and test it out yet. Bring on May Long weekend!!!!!

Todd
Reviewed 01/20/2017
Looks good, would have liked the paint to stay on shaft instead of my hands.

Steve S
Reviewed 10/11/2016
Easy installation, far greater than the old stock version. Beat trying to restore the old driveshaft.

Crawlerm4car
Reviewed 07/11/2016
Very good shaft!!! Mutch better than the old worn out twisted one that I removed

Dclym
Reviewed 05/12/2016
This thing is beefy and built right. As always it showed up in time and in good shape.

Ffch
Reviewed 02/20/2016
It's was great as it always is

Cradd97
Reviewed 10/22/2015
Driveshaft was shipped well and didn't take long. Very well packaged and all around a better driveshaft.

bgduramax
Reviewed 08/09/2015
Very heavy duty. Anyone looking for a upgrade or replacement needs to get this. As always fast and friendly service.

Rybred
Reviewed 07/03/2015
awesome driveshaft-awesome customer support answering my questions prior to my order

Anthony Mailman
Reviewed 12/03/2014
Excellent fit.

rockcrawln71
Reviewed 05/02/2014
Nice that WH sells the best drive shafts, don't think i'll have to worry about breaking this one!

H Durham
Reviewed 04/01/2014
Came as advertised and exceeds expectations. Last driveshaft my Bronco will ever need.

rockcrawln71
Reviewed 06/03/2013
Perfect fit, good price, very happy

kb5ynf
Reviewed 04/21/2013
My stock driveshaft broke on me a few weeks ago. I ordered this one as a replacement after reading reviews on Classicbroncos. It was a perfect fit and so far has performed well. Shipping was quick and it was packaged very well.

s w
Reviewed 05/07/2011
Ordered item # 8581 33.5 drive shaft. Upon arrival I inspected the item and found a problem. After dialing Wild Horses they answered the phone promptly with a live person and directed my call to sales. They were familiar with the item, sent a replacement right then. I am very pleased with the quality of their product and service.


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