RE: Rear end questions

From: Joseph A. Orsini (Joeman@gbonline.com)
Date: Wed Nov 09 2005 - 14:30:49 EST


I was just planning a whole axle assembly swap just so I wouldn't have to
mess with setting the backlash and mesh. Still deciding if I want to do
this. Are there aftermarket posi units that will bolt it? That is the one
thing I kick myself over not ordering on the truck.

-Joe

>
> BTW, I wasn't sure from your post wether you were planning
> to just pull the gears and sure grip out of an axle or simply
> swap the entire axle into your truck. If its the former,
> you'll need to make sure the gears are set up and shimmed
> properly for the required amount of mesh and backlash. If you
> aren't familiar with the process, you'll need a good manual,
> some tools like a dial indicator and some patience, or a mechanic
> to do the install for you.
>
> Good luck in your search!
>



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