Engine swap engine angle

[Rbx]

I’m swapping a 1KD into my 88 4Runner and have a question about mounting the engine. I was very excited to get started on my engine swap and never bothered to check the angle of the engine/trans before disassembly. I’ve been reading online, but I can’t seem to find a definitive answer. My pinion is at 3° now, on some OME springs using a shim I made to get a better pinion angle.
I’m making the mounts myself, so I can change any dimension I need.
What’s an ideal driveline angle?

Cheers

 

[TheeCaseyH]

Depends. Front or rear? How long is the shaft? What is your output flange angle?

Also good info here

Driveline Geometry 101

Driveshaft Angle Explained This video will demonstrate the proper angles for a drive shaft in a stock Jeep or Truck and how the rules change when you add a suspension lift. The video below demonstrates what is happening to the shaft at different angles, how improper angles can cause speed...

4xshaft.com

 

[Rbx]

Concerned about the rear drive line angle mostly. But to be clear, the engine and trans mounts are not in the vehicle since they no longer would work for my swap, pluse I added duals, so I don’t have an output flange angle(this is what I need to figure out. I haven’t taken a measurement for the rear drive shaft yet since, but the axle is in the stock location with 2”ish of lift from OME leafs. I will be getting two new drive shafts when I have the engine and trans in their final location.
Thank you

 

[Clb]

Maybe use the above link to get the eng/trans tucked up and level... the front is G o d.
( BOTH OUTPUT SHAFTS)
Look at rear shaft length, rear pinion angle .
NOW do the front
I hope
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[Rbx]

Thanks guys, I’m such a dope I didn’t see the link above till just now. Good info. Will definitely need to run the double Cardon.