TJ Front Drive Shaft

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TJ Front Drive Shaft

Front drive shaft for Jeep TJ or TJ Unlimited. Does not fit Rubicon model.

TJ front drive shaft replacement is a good idea for almost any TJ that is still running a stock drive shaft. TJ stock front drive shafts used fairly low grade components. Add a lift, bigger tires, and 14+ years of wear and tear and the result could be badly worn or even worse a broken stock drive shaft. Tom Wood's TJ drive shafts are built using only the highest quality components. Key features listed below. 

  • 2" diameter 0.120" wall USA made DOM tube. 
  • 1310 series joints.
  • Bigger and stronger than stock spline stub. 
  • Forged slip yoke. 
  • Greaseable CV center ball.
  • Your choice between Tom Wood's exclusive Gold Seal greaseable universal joints or non-greaseable joints.
  • Your choice of spline and slip yoke options, more about that here.
  • Comes with new CV bolts with reduced head for ease of installation.
  • Best of all every shaft is custom built to whatever length you need. So you can be sure that you will get the right thing the first time around.

Jeep TJ front drive shaft lengths vary a bit and we want to make sure you get the right thing. That is why we require a length measurement before building the shaft. Measuring is simple and easy. You can read more about how to measure in the link below. 

Click here for more technical information and for photos showing how to measure for the correct drive shaft. 

We recommend a new set of straps and bolts to securely attach your new drive shaft.  


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Chuck McClain
Tj cv shaft

Super fast shipping,
Perfect fit

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Dan Lakich
Perfect Fit, Great quality Front Driveshaft!

Doing an LS to TJ engine swap. Needed a shorter front driveshaft. Came in 4 or 5 days. Fits perfectly! Now I’ve got a woody (in my Jeep)!

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William Keith
Don’t wait it’s worth it

2001 Jeep tj with 260,000 miles. Replaced driveshaft and lost a bunch of mystery noises. 👍 easy job. Perfect product. Reasonable price. Fast delivery. Good packaging… carrier almost damaged it but looked like they tried awfully hard to. Not one problem or complaint. Would buy again for sure with no hesitation. Thanks😎

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Alejandro M. Jarillo
Best Decision EVER MADE!!!

I had a driveline shop in my local area make my driveshaft four times for my LS-swapped TJ, EACH TIME CHARGED FOR IT, and was never balanced correctly. I was told the classic, "It's a Jeep, it will never ride smoothly." To heck with them. So I searched online and kept hearing about Tom Wood's Driveshafts and decided to try my luck one more time, and I was more than impressed. Bolted them in and took it for a drive, and for the first time in a LONG TIME, my Jeep felt like a normal roadworthy vehicle again! I was so ecstatic I could've honestly teared up a bit....LOL! Thank you to the folks at Tom Wood's for making SUPERB quality custom parts and standing behind them. Companies like yours are very few and far between these days! Thank you SOOO MUCH again!

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Jimmy Coady
Thanks for a great transaction.

I would without a doubt recommend Tom Wood's to anyone. Very helpful on my phone call to them. Great quality on the driveshaft. Informative paperwork provided in the packaging. Fast shipping. Thanks folks.

Why do I need to measure?

When considering why measurement is essential for selecting the right drive shaft, the variability introduced by vehicle modifications becomes paramount. For example, even with standardized lift sizes like 3 inches for a Jeep Wrangler JK, the specific type of lift kit and accompanying components such as control arms can vary significantly. Control arms, whether adjustable or fixed, alter the axle's position, directly impacting the required length of the drive shaft. This variability means that assumptions based on lift size alone can lead to incorrect fittings and potential operational issues. At our company, we prioritize accuracy and customer satisfaction by requesting measurements. This ensures that the drive shaft we provide fits precisely and functions reliably within your vehicle's specific setup. By taking a quick measurement from your transfer case yoke to your axle yoke, you can guarantee a custom-fit solution without additional cost or delay, optimizing both performance and safety.

How long does shipping take and how much does shipping cost?

Almost all orders placed by 5:00 Mountain Time will ship the following business day. When we are experiencing an abnormally high order volume some orders will ship 2 business days after the order is received. See the map below for transit times. We offer free UPS Ground shipping anywhere in the lower 48 states on any order over $200. $10 shipping on orders less than $200. If you need faster shipping or don't see the options you need, please call us.

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What are the different spline options?
  • S Spline (Short): Conventional spline stub with a safe and effective 3" stroke.
  • X Spline (Extended): Longer than the S spline, cut for the full length of the spline stub, yielding more than twice the contact area and a 4.5" stroke for extended life.
  • XB (Boot): Heavy rubber boot with stainless steel banding for wet and dirty conditions.
  • XC (Cap/Dust Cap): Drilled and tapped slip yoke with grease fitting and dust cap for rocks and extreme wheeling.
  • The X spline with XC yoke is considered the best all-around option. Different yoke-seal options are only available with the X spline. The S spline always comes with a dust cap. X spline may not be an option depending or total length of drive shaft. 
Are greaseable or non-greaseable joints better?

Non-greaseable joints are slightly stronger, but the difference is not significant compared to regularly maintained greaseable joints. The key factor is maintenance:

  • Greaseable joints: Outlast non-greaseable joints if greased regularly, but require consistent upkeep.
  • Non-greaseable joints: Maintenance-free but cannot be re-greased when they dry out, eventually needing replacement.

Choose greaseable joints if you are committed to regular maintenance. If you prefer a maintenance-free option, non-greaseable joints are suitable, but remember that other drive shaft components may still need greasing. The best choice ultimately depends on your individual needs and preferences.