Drive shaft replacement cost?

2004 SUBARU FORESTER
200,000 MILES • 1.4L • 4 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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RLOXLEY54
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My car is shaking I've been told my drive shaft U joints are damaged. What is the repair cost for a new drive shaft?
Nov 10, 2022 at 10:01 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

As far as the issue, the entire driveshaft shouldn't need to be replaced. You can replace the universal joint which will be much less expensive.

However, I need to confirm something. When you say driveshaft, are you referring to the propeller shaft that connects the trans to the read differential or an axle assembly? I ask because the axles can often be referred to as a drive shaft.

Take a look at this link. It explains what one is and how to check one.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-u-joints-work

Let me know.

Joe
Nov 10, 2022 at 9:09 PM
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