Salvage or used parts for Massey?

[clattin]

Well, I finally got the front driveshaft pulled out of the front axle only to find out that to replace it is going to be $550!!

Is there any salvage dealers out there or any other place that I may be able to get a used part or at least cheaper?

Thx a ton!
Chris

 

[JerryG]

Before I would pay that, I would take it to a machine shop to see if they could make a new one.
Did you happen to get the part number for the shaft?

 

[clattin]

The part number is 3709668M91. Its for the front drive shaft assembly plus the gears that go in the axle. I don't really need the gears, but I guess it only comes together as a kit. Would love to hear your thoughts!

Chris

 

[JerryG]

Jack's Small Engines an on-line Massey parts source lists the parts at $450.34. That still isn't to good. Did your partsman tell you that you couldn't get the shaft by itself?

 

[George2615]

I'd agree with Jerry and take it to a machine or driveshaft shop. I have a driveshaft shop locally in my area that has made driveshafts for me in the past. Mostly for cars though but still cheaper than a factory one.