Hemi splined input shaft wanted

KRatcliff · 07-02-2023, 01:53 PM

I need a Hemi splined input shaft with a .585" (GM) pilot diameter. I struggle putting in my G Force using the plastic clutch alignment tool. I guess the fortunate thing is that I haven't broken one yet so I would have my own.

I probably jinxed myself.

Run to Rund · 07-03-2023, 08:10 AM

I got a used input with a damaged bearing area from Jerico years ago. Either they or G-force might be able to sell you one. I also cut the heads off two long bolts to use as a pilot to help align and slide the trans into place on the bell housing. I cut screwdriver slots in the ends to facilitate removing them after the trans is installed.

KRatcliff · 07-03-2023, 11:11 AM

I got a PM with a lead on one and I may call Jerico if this doesn't work out. I have asked Paul a few times at G-Force, but he hasn't been able to find a used or broken one in his shop.

Paul Merolla · 07-03-2023, 11:59 AM

I gave up looking for an input and just had a machine shop turn down a hunk of bar stock...you don't need the splines. Been using it for 10 years now. Just a thought.

KRatcliff · 07-03-2023, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Paul Merolla

I gave up looking for an input and just had a machine shop turn down a hunk of bar stock...you don't need the splines. Been using it for 10 years now. Just a thought.

I think that is the route I may go.

older racer · 07-03-2023, 01:23 PM

i did same, used aluminum shafting, no splines works great and cheap.

Adger Smith · 07-05-2023, 11:37 AM

If you are having problems with alignment with the plastic just get it close and put someone in the car and release the clutch as you are putting the trans into the splines. That floats the disc and it should self align, esp if you have the trans on slides or dowels.

KRatcliff · 07-05-2023, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Adger Smith

If you are having problems with alignment with the plastic just get it close and put someone in the car and release the clutch as you are putting the trans into the splines. That floats the disc and it should self align, esp if you have the trans on slides or dowels.

That is what I generally do when I am having trouble, but my alpaca isn't always available and I have to do it alone.

JHeath · 07-06-2023, 11:55 PM

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Originally Posted by KRatcliff

I need a Hemi splined input shaft with a .585" (GM) pilot diameter. I struggle putting in my G Force using the plastic clutch alignment tool. I guess the fortunate thing is that I haven't broken one yet so I would have my own.

I probably jinxed myself.

Rob Youngblood @ Advanced Clutches has machined aluminum clutch alignment tools with splines and interchangeable pilot tips.

07-02-2023, 01:53 PM	#1
KRatcliff Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 763 Likes: 75 Liked 524 Times in 141 Posts	Hemi splined input shaft wanted I need a Hemi splined input shaft with a .585" (GM) pilot diameter. I struggle putting in my G Force using the plastic clutch alignment tool. I guess the fortunate thing is that I haven't broken one yet so I would have my own. I probably jinxed myself.

07-03-2023, 08:10 AM	#2
Run to Rund Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Henderson, NV Posts: 583 Likes: 8 Liked 54 Times in 27 Posts	Re: Hemi splined input shaft wanted I got a used input with a damaged bearing area from Jerico years ago. Either they or G-force might be able to sell you one. I also cut the heads off two long bolts to use as a pilot to help align and slide the trans into place on the bell housing. I cut screwdriver slots in the ends to facilitate removing them after the trans is installed.

07-03-2023, 11:11 AM	#3
KRatcliff Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 763 Likes: 75 Liked 524 Times in 141 Posts	Re: Hemi splined input shaft wanted I got a PM with a lead on one and I may call Jerico if this doesn't work out. I have asked Paul a few times at G-Force, but he hasn't been able to find a used or broken one in his shop.

07-03-2023, 11:59 AM	#4
Paul Merolla Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Papillion, NE Posts: 609 Likes: 238 Liked 293 Times in 65 Posts	Re: Hemi splined input shaft wanted I gave up looking for an input and just had a machine shop turn down a hunk of bar stock...you don't need the splines. Been using it for 10 years now. Just a thought.

07-03-2023, 01:23 PM	#6
older racer Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Posts: 211 Likes: 13 Liked 64 Times in 25 Posts	Re: Hemi splined input shaft wanted i did same, used aluminum shafting, no splines works great and cheap.

07-05-2023, 11:37 AM	#7
Adger Smith VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Texarkana Ark/TX Posts: 2,446 Likes: 575 Liked 880 Times in 311 Posts	Re: Hemi splined input shaft wanted If you are having problems with alignment with the plastic just get it close and put someone in the car and release the clutch as you are putting the trans into the splines. That floats the disc and it should self align, esp if you have the trans on slides or dowels. __________________ Adger Smith (Former SS)