Driveshaft Shop 3.5" Aluminum 1-Piece Direct Fit CV Driveshaft (610270) - 2015-2017 Mustang GT 6-Speed Manual
Upgrade the drivetrain in your 2015-2017 Ford Mustang GT with the Driveshaft Shop 3.5" Aluminum 1-Piece Direct Fit CV Driveshaft. Engineered specifically for S550 Mustang GT models equipped with the MT82 6-speed manual transmission, the DSS 610270 replaces the factory soft rubber-mounted driveshaft with a performance-focused 1-piece design featuring solid connections, a direct-fit rear CV, and a 1,000+ horsepower rating.
The latest DSS direct-fit CV design eliminates the separate adapter plate at the rear differential. Instead, a precision-ground CV fits directly inside the pinion flange similar to the factory driveshaft. Eliminating the adapter plate reduces unnecessary weight while increasing power-holding capability and improving drivetrain response, making the 610270 a strong upgrade for everything from street-driven bolt-on Mustangs to serious high-horsepower builds.
Direct-Fit Rear CV Design
The Driveshaft Shop developed the 610270 around a direct-fit rear CV that eliminates the additional adapter plate at the rear differential. The precision-ground CV fits directly inside the pinion flange, creating a clean connection similar to the factory driveshaft configuration.
Removing the adapter plate reduces unnecessary driveline weight while creating a more direct connection between the driveshaft and rear differential. DSS designed this configuration to increase power-holding capability, improve drivetrain response, and maintain proper alignment.
3.5" Aluminum 1-Piece Construction
The 610270 features a 3.5" diameter aluminum shaft that replaces the factory driveshaft with a performance-oriented 1-piece configuration. Aluminum construction provides a strong driveline solution while the 1-piece design eliminates the soft rubber-mounted characteristics of the factory shaft.
The complete driveshaft weighs approximately 25 lbs and combines its aluminum shaft with billet aluminum endcaps and a forged aluminum U-joint flange.
Built for the MT82 6-Speed Manual
This driveshaft is designed specifically for 2015-2017 S550 Mustang GT models equipped with the factory MT82 manual transmission. Its application-specific configuration provides the connections and dimensions required to replace the original driveshaft in the supported 6-speed manual drivetrain.
1,000+ Horsepower Rating
The Driveshaft Shop rates the 610270 for more than 1,000 horsepower, providing substantial capacity for modified Coyote-powered Mustang GT applications. The driveshaft is designed to support the increased drivetrain loads created by aggressive naturally aspirated, supercharged, turbocharged, and other high-output combinations.
The 3.5" aluminum construction, Chromoly components, heavy-duty CV, and Spicer 1350 solid U-joint work together to provide the power-holding capability needed for serious performance applications.
300M Chromoly Spline Plugs
DSS equips the driveshaft with 300M Chromoly spline plugs for additional strength in critical areas of the driveline. These components are designed to withstand the increased loads associated with high-horsepower and hard-use Mustang applications.
High-Speed Precision-Ground CV Joint
The rear of the driveshaft uses a high-speed precision-ground CV joint with Chromoly internal components. In addition to providing the direct-fit connection at the pinion flange, this CV joint offers twice the operating range of the previous DSS design.
The increased range provides additional articulation capability while retaining the strength required for demanding performance use.
Spicer 1350 Solid U-Joint
The DSS 610270 incorporates a Spicer 1350 series solid U-joint paired with a forged aluminum U-joint flange. This heavy-duty combination provides a robust mechanical connection designed to handle substantially increased drivetrain loads.
Combined with the Chromoly CV internals and 300M spline plugs, the Spicer 1350 solid U-joint contributes to the driveshaft's 1,000+ horsepower capability.
Improved Drivetrain Response
The factory Mustang driveshaft uses soft rubber-mounted components designed in part to provide isolation. The DSS 1-piece driveshaft replaces that arrangement with solid connections designed to provide a more direct mechanical connection through the driveline.
The direct-fit rear CV, 1-piece aluminum construction, and elimination of the separate rear adapter plate work together to improve drivetrain response while maintaining proper alignment.
Required Rear Subframe / Cradle Lock-Out Kit
WARNING: A rear subframe/cradle lock-out kit MUST be installed on the vehicle BEFORE installing the Driveshaft Shop 1-piece driveshaft.
The rear cradle must be properly reinforced and its movement limited before driveshaft installation. Any damage to the driveshaft, or any subsequent damage caused by failing to properly reinforce the rear cradle and limit movement, will void any and all warranty provided by The Driveshaft Shop.
This is a mandatory installation requirement and should not be considered an optional supporting modification.
Emergency Brake Cable Clearance
IMPORTANT: Emergency brake cable bracket clearance must be checked during installation. Clearance adjustment or relocation of the emergency brake cable bracket may be necessary.
Failure to verify adequate clearance may allow the emergency brake cable bracket to contact and damage the driveshaft. Failure to check and provide the necessary clearance may damage the driveshaft and void the warranty.
Features
- Driveshaft Shop 3.5" aluminum 1-piece driveshaft
- Designed for 2015-2017 Ford Mustang GT applications
- Fits S550 Mustang GT models with the MT82 6-speed manual transmission
- Direct-fit rear CV design
- Eliminates the separate rear adapter plate
- Precision-ground CV fits directly inside the pinion flange similar to the factory driveshaft
- Eliminating the rear adapter plate reduces unnecessary weight
- Designed to increase power-holding capability
- Designed to improve drivetrain response
- Replaces the factory soft rubber-mounted driveshaft with solid connections
- Designed for proper drivetrain alignment
- 3.5" diameter aluminum construction
- Billet aluminum endcaps
- 300M Chromoly spline plugs
- High-speed precision-ground CV joint
- Chromoly CV internals
- CV joint provides twice the range of the previous design
- Spicer 1350 series solid U-joint
- Forged aluminum U-joint flange
- Rated for more than 1,000 horsepower
- Approximately 25 lb driveshaft weight
- Rear subframe/cradle lock-out kit is mandatory before driveshaft installation
- Emergency brake cable bracket clearance or relocation may be necessary
Fitment
- 2015 Ford Mustang GT 5.0L - MT82 6-Speed Manual
- 2016 Ford Mustang GT 5.0L - MT82 6-Speed Manual
- 2017 Ford Mustang GT 5.0L - MT82 6-Speed Manual
Fitment Notes
- Designed specifically for 2015-2017 S550 Ford Mustang GT models equipped with the MT82 6-speed manual transmission.
- A rear subframe/cradle lock-out kit MUST be installed before installing the Driveshaft Shop 1-piece driveshaft.
- Damage to the driveshaft or subsequent damage caused by failure to properly reinforce the rear cradle and limit movement will void any and all warranty provided by The Driveshaft Shop.
- Emergency brake cable bracket clearance must be checked during installation.
- Emergency brake cable bracket clearance or relocation may be necessary.
- Failure to provide adequate emergency brake cable bracket clearance may damage the driveshaft and void the warranty.
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