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TrakMotive GM-8511 CV Axle Shaft - Rear Right
| Brand | TrakMotive GM-8511 |
|---|---|
| Position | Rear Right |
| Abs Tone Ring Included | No |
| Axle Nut Head Type | Hex |
| Axle Nut Height (in) | 0.87 |
| Axle Nut Height (mm) | 22 |
| Axle Nut Hex Size (in) | 1.29 |
| Axle Nut Hex Size (mm) | 32.8 |
| Axle Nut Included | Yes |
| Axle Nut Length (in) | 1.49 |
| Axle Nut Length (mm) | 37.87 |
| Axle Nut Locking Type | Self-lock |
| Axle Nut Thread Size | M27*2 |
| Boot Material | Neoprene |
| Inboard Bolt Head Size (in) | 5/16 |
| Inboard Bolt Head Size (mm) | 8 |
| Inboard Bolt Head Type | Allen |
| Inboard Bolt Length (in) | 2.76 |
| Inboard Bolt Length (mm) | 70 |
| Inboard Bolt Thread Size | M10*1.5 |
| Inboard Joint Type | Bolt-on |
| Inboard Shaft Connection Style | Bolt-on |
| New Or Remanufactured | New |
| Number Of Inboard Joint Bolt Holes | 6 |
| Number Of Inboard Shaft Bolts | 6 |
| Number Of Outboard Splines | 33 |
| Outboard Joint Type | Conventional |
| Outboard Shaft Connection Style | Spline |
| Overall Compressed Length (in) | 26.85 |
| Overall Compressed Length (mm) | 682 |
| Overall Extended Length (in) | 28.5 |
| Overall Extended Length (mm) | 724 |
| Product line | CV Axle Shaft |
| Fits | Cadillac · 5 vehicles |
Bolt-on design. Simplifies installation with a direct-fit shaft connection.
Neoprene boot. Helps protect the joint from dirt and moisture.
New axle shaft. Built as a complete replacement for driveline service.
Cross-references TrakMotive GM-8511 and 84235672 for the same application. See all 2.
Rear Right CV Axle Shaft for Cadillac CTS
TrakMotive GM-8511 is a new rear right CV axle shaft for select Cadillac CTS applications. It is built for 2014-2016 Cadillac CTS standard duty replacement use and 2017-2018 Cadillac CTS models with option LF3, giving buyers a direct-fit driveline solution for the rear right position.
Key Features
- Part number GM-8511 CV axle shaft from TrakMotive
- Fits 2014-2016 Cadillac CTS, rear right, standard duty replacement
- Fits 2017-2018 Cadillac CTS, rear right, option LF3
- New axle assembly with conventional outboard joint type
- Bolt-on inboard joint and bolt-on inboard shaft connection style
- 33 outboard splines for the specified application
- Neoprene boot material for drivetrain sealing
- Includes axle nut with self-lock design
- ABS tone ring not included
- Overall compressed length: 26.85 in. Overall extended length: 28.5 in.
Detailed Description
TrakMotive GM-8511 is a CV axle shaft engineered for rear right installation on select Cadillac CTS models. This axle uses a bolt-on inboard joint with six inboard shaft bolts and a conventional outboard joint, along with a spline-style outboard connection and 33 outboard splines. The axle is supplied new, with a neoprene boot and included self-lock axle nut sized M27x2.
TrakMotive’s CV Axle Shaft line focuses on replacement driveline components for vehicle-specific fitment. For shoppers searching for a rear right Cadillac CTS CV axle shaft, GM-8511 provides the application-specific dimensions and connection styles needed for the listed CTS configurations. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 84235672) for the same application.
What This Part Helps Address
- Clicking or popping noises from a worn CV joint
- Vibration during acceleration from a damaged axle shaft
- Grease leakage from a torn or deteriorated boot
- Driveline play caused by worn axle connections
- Rear right axle replacement on a Cadillac CTS with the listed fitment
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify rear right fitment against the vehicle’s year, trim, and option code before installation. Confirm axle nut thread size, spline count, and overall length match the original part. The axle nut is included; ABS tone ring is not included. Because this axle is listed for non-ABS applications unless otherwise noted, confirm ABS requirements before ordering.
Quality Assurance
TrakMotive states that this CV axle shaft is backed by a limited lifetime warranty. The manufacturer also identifies the product as coming from an ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certified company, supporting controlled production standards for replacement driveline parts. GM-8511 is a direct replacement choice for select Cadillac CTS rear right applications.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Body Type | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Cadillac | CTS | — | — | 3.6L | V6 | Rear Right | Option LF3; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2017 | Cadillac | CTS | — | — | 3.6L | V6 | Rear Right | Option LF3; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2016 | Cadillac | CTS | Vsport | — | 3.6L | V6 | Rear Right | Standard Duty Replacement; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2015 | Cadillac | CTS | — | — | 3.6L | V6 | Rear Right | Standard Duty Replacement; CV Axle Shaft |
| 2014 | Cadillac | CTS | — | Sedan | 3.6L | V6 | Rear Right | Standard Duty Replacement; CV Axle Shaft |
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