Re: U-Joint Hel ... er, Fun

[Dave Massey <105671.471@compuserve.com>]

Message text written by "Jim Muller"
>Exactly where does one find a driveshaft specialist???

Some things discussed on this list are simply beyond my grasp.  For 
example, fabrication of parts is quite difficult, since I have no 
access to a machine shop (and little experience with much of the 
machinery normally found in one).  I have never in my life seen an 
alternator rebuilding shop (that I recognized as such), nor a 
driveshaft balancing shop or specialist.  Does one find such a beast 
in a normal telephonebook, I wonder?  Should I expect to find a 
"fastener store" down the block next to the local pharmacy?  Can I 
buy shoreline by the foot or do I need to order an entire roll?
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Sometimes finding resources can be difficult.  But if you live in or near a
large city (the St. Louis metro area is approx 2.5 million) these things
are around.  Sometimes the best way to find them is to ask at a "good"
parts counter (not auto zone) or a speed shop.  Ask fellow club members (if
you haven't joined your local club, why not?).  If you are really desparate
you can ask the list and find one within UPS range.

Bear in mind that most of these places trade amongst other professionals
and don't advertize in the newspaper.  But check the yellow pages.  You'd
be suprized.  I just looked and my drive shaft specialist is in the book.

Dave

As far as shoreline goes, why not by the foot?  You can buy Alaska byt he
sqft (although I think it would be cheaper by the case)

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