1998 speedster driveshaft problems

[leroylucky]

I acquired a 1998 Speedster and the right side driveshaft is bad. The person I got the boat from has had trouble with this shaft in the past. I think he just replaced the shaft only. What could be causing this problem? What is the most economical way to fix it?

 

[PburgDooey]

The pump could be out of alignment. There are some guys that put shims behind them to level them out. Thats only the first place I'd look.

 

[leroylucky]

The pump could be out of alignment. There are some guys that put shims behind them to level them out. Thats only the first place I'd look.

Should I rebuild the pump? How can I tell if its level?

 

[Dr Honda]

What's the actual problem??

BUT... most driveshaft issues are because the engine/pump are out of alignment.

 

[leroylucky]

The right side driveshaft vibrates like crazy. The previous owner has replaced it a few times before. It seems like it only lasts a season, if that long. Before I replace it I want to actually fix the problem. How do I tell if the pump is out of alignment?

 

[leroylucky]

Engine/pump alignment. How do I tell if they are out of alignment? How do I tell if the pump needs to be rebuilt?

 

[casims2000]

Engine/pump alignment. How do I tell if they are out of alignment? How do I tell if the pump needs to be rebuilt?

Did you get your drive shaft figured out?