Swapping the OS driveshaft is about 1-2 hours work, so should not cost more than 50-100 pounds labour. New shafts are available from Rimmers, but cost more than 300 pounds - it is worth trying a secondhand one first (available off e-bay for less than 50 pounds) to see if that cures the vibration. There is no need to change both shafts if the problem seems to have been isolated to the OS shaft. When you say there is play at the first joint, do you mean the inner joint next to support bracket on the back of the engine ? - this is usually where the OS driveshafts wear, particularly if the shaft has been handled clumsily during front suspension work or during a clutch change. Another option is to buy a CV repair kit for the affected joint (these can be very cheap - 20 pounds or so), and rebuild the affected joint, but this needs performing by someone who knows what they are doing to prevent further damage/problems.
Let us know how you get on.
Pete
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