Rip's Performance Driveshaft & Differential Repair

05/21/2026

Tonight is a very special night for our family! Seth Espinoza will be walking across the stage to receive his high school diploma. Almost 10 years ago when Seth was diagnosed with Brain Cancer we had no idea where that road was going to take us.

We reached out to our racing community and all of you showed up when we needed you. Bomber Don Berner Golf Tourmenets, Team Sethers Racing and all of the drivers who donated, prayed for and continued to ask about Seth over the years we will never be able to thank you or tell you how much you all mean to us!

Seth still continues to fight his tumor being on and off chemo but never lets it stop him. His future plans he wants to find his place in social work helping children with cancer. Please continue to keep Seth in your prayers as he graduates tonight and now moves into his next chapter.

Thank you again for everything!

Rip Vache and Katie White Vache

05/11/2026

Heading into our 6th year with the best builder in the business! We are here for all your Driveshaft and Differential needs.

04/05/2026

Another great weekend of racing at Mohave Valley Raceway ! Went from 8th to 4th in the heat and 11th to 5th in the main! Trevor Hidalgo was fast on top just kept getting blocked no where to go! Congratulations to Larry Brigner on his win! We are off for a couple of weeks but we can not do this with out our great pit crew! Mike Shea , Michael Berdge , Duane Wadeson , Justin Hunt and Rip Vache !

03/26/2026

HardKnox Rocks & Excavating thank you for the swag! Always support small businesses who support racing! Hit them up for all your Junk Removal , Demolition, rocks and excavating work! No job is to big or to small!!!

03/16/2026

Congratulations to our own Trevor Hidalgo on his win at Mohave Valley Speedway ! Way to bring it home! We can't do this with out our sponsors!

Rip's Performance Race & Driveshafts
Flo Pro Plumbing
Total Automotive
Duane and Carol Wadeson
Superior Siteworks
Hardknox
Black Wolf Garage
Wild West Water
The Hook

02/05/2026

Thank You Roddin' Arizona Newspaper for the write up! Stop by the shop every month for your copy of the Roddn Arizona Paper!

01/06/2026

Your 2026 Dirt Track Driveshaft Health Check! If you have any questions about your driveshaft Trevor is the best in the business.

The Checklist Content

1. The "Every Wash" Quick-Check
Mud Clearance: Scrape all dried clay/rubber from the shaft and yokes. (Weight imbalance = Vibration).
Visual Scan: Check for "rock dings" or tube scoring. A single dent is a failure point under torque.
Phase Alignment: Verify yokes are perfectly in line. Misalignment destroys trans seals.

2. Weekly Maintenance Checks
Inspect U-Joints: Check for any looseness or excessive play in the universal joints.
Lubrication: Ensure all grease fittings are properly lubricated with high-temperature grease, and remove any excess.
Slip Yoke Functionality: Verify that the slip yoke moves freely and is adequately greased.

3. Critical Safety Inspections
Driveshaft Loop: Confirm that the driveshaft safety loop bolts are securely tightened.
Fastener Security: Check the torque of all driveshaft strap bolts.
Seal Condition: Inspect for any signs of oil leakage at the transmission or differential seals.
Important Maintenance Considerations
Regular Replacement: Consider replacing U-joints after a certain number of race laps or hours of use, even if they appear in good condition.

Proper Length: Ensure the driveshaft is the correct length to prevent damage to the transmission or differential during suspension travel.

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