At a mates place with a hoist. Have discovered that the rear tailshaft on my leaf sprung GU ute is fitted with the spline (skinnier section of tailshaft) to the rear of the vehicle. The 'fatter' part of the tailshaft at the front, where it runs over the top of a crossmember. It sits above the cross member but a light (very light) mark around the circumference of the shaft suggests that at some point it has touched the cross member. Looking at the manuals is confusing, it seems that some models may have had the tailshaft fitted this way round, & some not.

Can anyone tell me which way round the shaft should be on my vehicle and whether there would be any downside/issue with turning it around to increase clearance between shaft & crossmember. Would really appreciate replies tonight as it would be much easier to remove the shaft before we leave.

2006 GU leaf sprung cab chassis