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 Driveshaft materials 
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Post Driveshaft materials
I've never had a mud motor and I'm looking at putting one together. It's going on an 8' Hybrid and will be 2.5 - 3 HP. I'm trying to keep the weight down as much as possible. Is stainless steel the only option for a driveshaft?


Mon Sep 19, 2011 7:00 pm
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Post Re: Driveshaft materials
no, go devil uses cold rolled carbon steel. but ss would be better


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Post Re: Driveshaft materials
Get at least a 6.5 or you would be better of with a trolling motor.

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Post Re: Driveshaft materials
Or weedeater! lol been there, done that


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