bobbycas67
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If I use the same ring and pinion during a Dana 44 overhaul do I need to worry about pre load and backlash in the gears. I would use the same amount of shims.
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Scout-It-Out
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Really need more info here. Is it the same carrier? If you are just replacing bearings it is recommended to check gear tooth pattern and backlash before the teardown. Then again when you are done. They should be close to the same. And hopefully not too far out of spec. If you change it too much your gears could make some noise.
The last one I did, I put new bearings in a power-lock rear. The back lash before was .016 and .011 after... I think, it's been a while. I think spec is .006 to .009??? Anyway I went closer to spec and it works fine, no noise at all.
The last one I did, I put new bearings in a power-lock rear. The back lash before was .016 and .011 after... I think, it's been a while. I think spec is .006 to .009??? Anyway I went closer to spec and it works fine, no noise at all.
bobbycas67
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Yes, I'll be using the same carrier and ring. I'm only replacing bearings including the pinion bearing.