The DeLorean is equipped with two drive shafts that are the same side to side and interchangeable between automatic and manual transmissions. The industry terminology is drive axles or half shafts due to the car having an independent rear suspension. Each shaft has a constant velocity joint positioned at either end, which also includes the mounting interface for connecting to the transmission differential and drive hubs. Drive shafts are available both as complete rebuilds with new CV joints, boots, and hardware, along with individual components for rebuilding and packing existing pieces.
Each set requires four boots to complete an entire car. The boot is the crucial barrier between outside contamination and moisture damaging the CV units. Typically, if a car is brought back to life after many years of sitting, the boots are dry-rotted in position. Once they are tasked with operating in a dynamic fashion again, they quickly split and fail. This is considered a standard step in bringing any long-term sitting car back to driving status. Failure to address boot failure results in higher degradation of the joint assembly and a shorter operating life.
Servicing the units requires lifting the vehicle for access. While it is always recommended to use a suitable four-post lift, jack stands lifting on the rear while blocking the front is acceptable. To remove the axle shafts for replacement or service, six bolts with torque plates secure the CV flange to each side. Once removed, the axle will drop from the assembly.
For outright removal and replacement of the assemblies, a total solution is available here with core exchange. | 
