WarDamnEagle
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You should really read through the FSM as there is a lot more to it than just setting that torque. However, to specifically answer your question, here is a cut and paste from the FSM:
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I'll browse the FSM
but that pic looks like the preload is being checked on a bench
i'm just curious if anyone that is smarter than me has figured out a way to torque the pinion properly (with old bearings and shims) with the diff in the axle with shafts and tires attached.
but that pic looks like the preload is being checked on a bench
i'm just curious if anyone that is smarter than me has figured out a way to torque the pinion properly (with old bearings and shims) with the diff in the axle with shafts and tires attached.
Simple answer is yes... Get a chunk of angle iron around 2"X1/4"X3' and drill two holes that line up with two holes on your drive flange (you'll probably need to grind out a spot to get the pinion nut socket on) then let the angle iron rest on somethin solid like the ground or frame while you torque the pinion nut.
The not simple answer is it sounds like you have other problems.. Before I ordered any parts I would pull your drive flange and inspect your front bearing and spacer / shims, that should tell you within 90% certainty what's going on in there. Take detailed pictures and ask for help if you're not sure what you're looking at.
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understood on getting the torque values while holding the pinion from turning. but then checking preload on the pinion?
or is that not that big of a concern if just replacing the seal and not touching the gear set and bearings (and as long as the shims are good and installed as from the factory?
Thanks!
or is that not that big of a concern if just replacing the seal and not touching the gear set and bearings (and as long as the shims are good and installed as from the factory?
Thanks!
You check the preload exactly like the FSM @WarDamnEagle posted said to do...
Pull your axles and grab an inch pound beam or dial wrench and note what it takes to spin the pinion.
I use the one on the bottom.
Pull your axles and grab an inch pound beam or dial wrench and note what it takes to spin the pinion.
I use the one on the bottom.
Is this where the missing 10mm goes? 
I just got some of those twist on socket holders. They are so pro! I love them!
I’m not a a sloppy as Jmack though w my 10mils. You can also tell by his finished work, as well.
I’m not a a sloppy as Jmack though w my 10mils. You can also tell by his finished work, as well.
RUSH55
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That’s just the stuff in the kitchen ‘catch-all’ drawer that was robbed out of the night-stand.
