It needed lengthening by 1/2 inch to engage properly, so the plan was to cut, sleeve and weld it. Anyway, in a rush to get it together the end was crushed in the press.... It would be good to get one that doesn't have the nuckle in it. I can cut and shut if too short but I would rather not.
Thanks for the info, if the splines are the same it gives me option. Much appreciated.