{"product_id":"dss-ra8011x5-v2-1000hp-level-5-front-right-axle-1989-2002-nissan-skyline-gt-r","title":"DSS RA8011X5-V2 1000HP Level 5 Front Right Axle 1989-2002 Nissan Skyline GT-R","description":"\u003ch4\u003eReplace the Weakest Link in Your Nissan Skyline GT-R Driveline with a 1000HP Level 5 Front Right Axle\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DSS RA8011X5-V2 is a 1000HP-rated Level 5 front right axle for the 1989-2002 Nissan Skyline GT-R across the R32, R33, and R34 generations. The factory front axles use a 27-spline center bar that is widely recognized as the first driveline component to fail under high-power builds. This DSS Level 5 unit replaces that bar with a 36-spline aerospace-grade billet shaft rated to handle up to 1000HP with no vehicle modifications required. This is the right-side (passenger side) axle, sold individually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe inner CV splines directly into the differential on the male side, and a billet bolt-on inner mounts to the drive flange on the outer end. The outer CV is manufactured from DSS proprietary high-strength material and retains the OEM ABS ring for full ABS compatibility. The result is a direct bolt-on upgrade that works equally well for street driving and drag racing, backed by a 1-year DSS warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e36-spline aerospace-grade billet center bar replaces the factory 27-spline unit that fails under power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRated to 1000HP for street and drag racing without vehicle modifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBillet inner CV splines into differential on the male side for direct OEM-style engagement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBillet bolt-on inner mount attaches to the factory drive flange with no custom fabrication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOuter CV manufactured from DSS proprietary high-strength material with OEM ABS ring retained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits all three GT-R generations: R32 (1989-1994), R33 (1993-1998), and R34 (1999-2002)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRight-side (passenger side) axle, sold as a single unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect bolt-on installation, no driveline modifications required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1-year Driveshaft Shop limited warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYear Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1989-1994\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNissan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkyline GT-R (R32)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1993-1998\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNissan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkyline GT-R (R33)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1999-2002\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNissan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkyline GT-R (R34)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDriveshaft Shop (DSS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRA8011X5-V2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDSS510029\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrevious Part Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRA8011L5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAxle Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLevel 5 Front Right Axle V2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpline Count (Center Bar)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36-Spline (upgraded from OEM 27-Spline)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCenter Bar Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAerospace-Grade Billet Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHP Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1000HP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRight (Passenger Side)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eABS Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (OEM ABS ring retained)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirect bolt-on, no modifications required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStreet and Drag Racing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-Year DSS Limited\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Driveshaft Shop Level 5 Front Right Axle (right\/passenger side) for Nissan Skyline GT-R\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout Driveshaft Shop\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDriveshaft Shop (DSS) has been engineering high-performance driveline components since the early 1990s and is one of the most respected axle and driveshaft manufacturers in the performance industry. Their Level 5 system is an industry standard for drag racing applications and has been proven on some of the highest-horsepower builds in the world. DSS manufactures all components in-house using proprietary materials and processes, and backs every product with a limited warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRelated Parts on Our Site\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dss-nissan-skyline-r32-r33-r34-gt-r-level-5-rear-axle-left-ra8012x5\"\u003eDSS RA8012X5 Level 5 Rear Axle Left (1989-2002 Nissan Skyline GT-R R32\/R33\/R34) - Matching rear left axle upgrade for the same platform\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dss-nissan-skyline-r32-r33-r34-gt-r-level-5-rear-axle-right-ra8013x5\"\u003eDSS RA8013X5 Level 5 Rear Axle Right (1989-2002 Nissan Skyline GT-R R32\/R33\/R34) - Matching rear right axle upgrade for the same platform\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the RA8011X5-V2?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DSS RA8011X5-V2 is a Driveshaft Shop Level 5 front right axle for the 1989-2002 Nissan Skyline GT-R across R32, R33, and R34 generations. It replaces the factory 27-spline center bar with a 36-spline aerospace-grade billet unit rated to 1000HP, sold individually as the right-side axle (SKU DSS510029).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the RA8011X5-V2 and the original RA8011L5?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe V2 is the updated revision of the older RA8011L5. DSS revised the design to improve strength and long-term reliability. If you are replacing an older DSS Level 5 axle with the RA8011L5 part number, this V2 unit is the correct current replacement. Fitment and mounting are identical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this Level 5 axle fit the R32, R33, and R34 GT-R?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The DSS Level 5 front right axle fits all three GT-R generations: R32 (1989-1994), R33 (1993-1998), and R34 (1999-2002). All three generations share compatible front axle mounting geometry. Contact us to confirm fitment for non-standard or heavily modified suspension configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a left or right axle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the right-side (passenger side) front axle. If you need the left-side axle for your Skyline GT-R, that is a separate part number. Contact us if you need to pair both sides or want a complete front axle set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy do Nissan Skyline GT-R front axles fail under high power?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory Skyline GT-R front axles use a 27-spline center bar that is undersized for high-horsepower applications. As engine output increases beyond roughly 450 to 500HP, the center bar becomes the weakest point in the driveline and is prone to twisting or snapping under hard acceleration. The DSS Level 5 system addresses this by upgrading to a 36-spline aerospace-grade billet bar capable of handling up to 1000HP.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill this axle retain full ABS functionality on the Skyline GT-R?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The outer CV retains the OEM ABS ring, so the factory ABS system remains fully functional after installation. No additional ABS modifications are required for any R32, R33, or R34 GT-R.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes installation require modifications to the vehicle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a direct bolt-on replacement designed to install without any welding, machining, or custom fabrication. The inner CV splines directly into the differential and the bolt-on inner mount attaches to the factory drive flange. A standard axle replacement procedure is all that is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan this axle be used on a street-driven GT-R?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The DSS Level 5 axle is designed for both street and drag racing use. It is fully compatible with daily driving and does not require any special setup or maintenance beyond what a standard axle would need. Many high-power Skyline GT-R builds use Level 5 axles as a permanent street upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat warranty does this axle carry?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDriveshaft Shop provides a 1-year limited warranty covering manufacturing defects. Retain your proof of purchase for any warranty claims. The warranty applies to the axle as a component and does not cover failures resulting from abuse, improper installation, or use beyond the rated HP limit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaise and support the vehicle safely on jack stands. Remove the front right wheel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisconnect the front right ABS sensor connector and secure it out of the way.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the axle nut and any retaining clips on the outer CV joint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisconnect the lower control arm or hub carrier fasteners as needed to access the outer CV joint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the factory right front axle from the vehicle by pulling outward from the hub and disconnecting from the differential.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the differential output flange and hub bore to remove rust, debris, and old grease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlide the DSS Level 5 inner spline into the differential output on the male side until fully seated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttach the bolt-on inner mount to the drive flange and torque fasteners to the manufacturer specification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsert the outer CV into the hub and reinstall the axle nut. Torque to the factory specification for your model year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReconnect the ABS sensor, reinstall the wheel, and torque lug nuts to spec.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower the vehicle and road-test at moderate power before full-power use, checking for smooth operation and no vibration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWARNING:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. 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