Topic: '81 Toyota Drive Shaft

[Dcal714]

Hello All.

I have an '81 Toyota 4x4.
The previous owner gave it a nice lift, new leaf springs, welded a mount for shocks.

I have ordered an extended spline drive shaft from LowRangeoffroad.com.

Problem is, their longest drive shaft reaches a mere 18".

I have measured the distance from the flange on my differential and the joint mounted to my transfer case.

THE QUESTION:

Can I have a shop simply weld an extention onto the drive shaft I ordered @ 19" of length.

I am aware that the one I ordered is balanced and the weld would render the shaft unbalanced. I have minor engineer knowlege; I know the advantages of machine balancing axles.

Can I get away with it and be OK until I come up with the $700 that Marlin Charges for a custom length?

Thanks,
 

[OOPS]

Are you asking about this long slip joint?

http://www.lowrangeoffroad.com/index.php/yotamain/4runner/drivelines-and-spacers/long-spline-drive-shaft-kit-10-inch.html

[Dcal714 [OP]]

That's the exact one I ordered. I need to extend it. Any suggestions?