A torque tube propshaft assembly having an outer tube free to float with
movements of an inner shaft (propshaft) by being free of rigid anchorage
at each end. A plurality of shaft bearings interface the outer tube with
the inner shaft, wherein the outer tube is generally co-extensive with
the inner shaft. An anti-rotation mechanism prevents rotation of the
outer tube with respect to the frame of the motor vehicle. An axial slip
mechanism is integrated with at least one end of the inner shaft. A
non-welded construction of the power carrying components is provided. The
outer tube provides bending support so the inner shaft does not become
dynamically unstable at any rotation speed including its critical speed.