Originally Posted by
Bush65
Better shaft to modify is the spud shaft from a disco ZF auto (use the one with longer spline.
Then only need to fit a flange. Shrink fit the flange onto the end of the spud shaft and circumferential weld at the front end only (for weld prep make a chamfer at the end of the shaft and end of the bore in the flange. Weld at that position will not cause any problems as long as the parts have suitable pre-heat before welding and low hydrogen electrodes are used (or good wire).