Bought these used late model 1998 AWD tailshaft parts only to find these are the wrong ones for my 1998 model as it was actually a November 97 model v70R which needs a shorter tailshaft and longer viscous coupling.
If anyone has the shorter tailshaft to suit a 92mm angle gear flange and the longer torque converter/viscous coupling for a pre 465400 vin please let me know as I would really like to get hold of the correct part even if the front joint has failed as they are easily repaired.
These parts only suit vehicles with a VIN# higher than 465400. (chassis number) They came from an XC70 with Vin ending in 505380
Tailshaft is approx 1750 long flange to flange and in typical condition with the front universal/cv joint boot in need of replacement. The CV cup and ball bearings all appear to be in very good condition - boots are available from US for around $70 incl shipping. Shaft will suit 95mm diameter angle gear flange and comes with all the hex socket screws and the large curved washers for each end of the shaft.
Carrier bearing in good condition so far as I can tell. Carrier bearing mounting plate is also here if you want it.
The viscous couplings ( both 1023749) appear to be in good condition - the shiny one was paired to the tailshaft for sale, the other one was incorrectly supplied with the car and is missing the top retaining nut.
With a new boot fitted on the tailshaft these parts should get any 98 AWD up and running again so long as vin is higher than 465400
And you get a spare Viscous coupling! ( apparently some work better than others)
If anyone has the shorter tailshaft and longer torque converter/viscous coupling that I need please let me know
Pick up castle hill or we can work out something on shipping.