Hi guys, did a search and couldn't find the info I was looking for. I am in the process of installing 4.88's in my 77 Cruiser and I started on hauling out the rear third member today thinking it was done the same way as the mini truck rear axle......but it ain't! First I thought I had to unbolt the 6 bolts in the brake backing plate to get the axle shafts out but that was wrong. So I then realized the Cruiser 3rds have c-clips but I have never had anything other than the mini truck axle apart before.
So I need to know the proper procedure for dismantling the rear axle to get my thrid member out. And how about setting up my rear ring and pinion......do I still have to pull out the whole 3rd member and set up my gears the same way as with the mini truck 3rd? Or do I just pull everything out through the rear cover? Any help or hints would be appreciated. I should be fine with the front....pretty sure it's the same as other Toy front axles.
So I need to know the proper procedure for dismantling the rear axle to get my thrid member out. And how about setting up my rear ring and pinion......do I still have to pull out the whole 3rd member and set up my gears the same way as with the mini truck 3rd? Or do I just pull everything out through the rear cover? Any help or hints would be appreciated. I should be fine with the front....pretty sure it's the same as other Toy front axles.