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ZUK says my backlash is very much normal and no reason for concern, so good news and good to go. Thanks to all for the assist.

Thanks, I have just emailed ZUK. And yes, I guess refresh is a good way of putting it.

Thanks, but in this case the install was done by toyota and after 195,000 miles I'm thinking wear and tear somewhere, I was thinking maybe the side bearings.

Thanks Can you say what causes ring gear runout? Is there any way to fix ring gear runout other than replacing the parts?

Is it a remedy for excessive ring gear run out (0.005 [measured 70,000 miles ago] when the specified max. is 0.0028) by replacing original side bearings with 266,000 miles on them, but never abused in any way, with new bearings?

Thanks for the feedback. Two questions. Is it a remedy for excessive ring gear runout (0.005 [measured 70,000 miles ago] when the specified max. is 0.0028) by replacing side bearings with 266,000 miles on them, but never abused in any way, with new bearings? Also, with the rear wheels off the...

I want to rebuild the 7.5 inch differential, F302, in my 83 pickup, 22R, 1/2 ton, 2WD. I’m looking for information on the SST 09530-30012, Differential Drive Pinion Adjusting Gauge. I know there are other ways to set the pinion depth, but for now I’m hoping to find out whatever I can about...