<VV> Re: Pinion preload

[VairMech@aol.com]

In a message dated 3/15/2004 3:52:45 PM Eastern Standard Time, BobHelt writes:
Install pinion shaft with bearings in the carrier. No ring gear assembly.

Set preload and mark positions.

Remove pinion shaft. 

Install ring gear assembly per manual.

Install pinion shaft per manual.

Set side gear preloads per manual.

Return pinion shaft to already set preload.

Continue per manual.
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    You are correct, for you retired folks that have all the time in the 
world, fine. I can add 5 & 10 in my head so much faster and come up with a total 
of inch pounds to target for.
    Ken Hand