How to Set Driveline Angles

Driveline angles are important in your automobile to reduce driveline vibrations. There are many ways to determine driveline angles, but the easiest way is with an angle finder that measures the angles underneath your vehicle. You can also use what is known as the pinion angle. Both methods involve important calculations. Everything must work correctly if you plan to add custom driveshafts or axles to your car.

Instructions

1

Locate a flat spot on the driveshaft to place your angle finder. One of the most accurate places to take measurements is the back of the driveshaft yoke.

2

Place your angle finder on the front of the driveshaft, write down the reading and repeat the process on the rear driveshaft.

3

Set your pinion angle properly. This refers to the angle in relation to the driveshaft.

4

Set the angle between 1 and 3 degrees between the tailshaft of the transmission and the driveshaft and the pinion.