so since the old ring gear is coming off and going on the new one, I don't
adjust backlash? Also, if I do have to and it does have shims, do I have to
get new ones?
----- Original Message -----
From: <SS454454@aol.com>
To: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
Sent: Thursday, December 09, 1999 11:06 PM
Subject: Re: DML: rear end HELP!!!
> In a message dated 12/09/1999 11:34:38 PM !!!First Boot!!!,
acolona@i-55.com
> writes:
>
> << 1. Does it have shims or is it shimless? what does this mean?
>
> if it has shims the shims go on the ends of the carrier where the bearings
are
>
> 2. How do I adjust the backlash, or do I have to since it is a factory
unit
> and I am using the same ring and pinion and same gears ratio?
>
> if youre just swapping the carrier without a gear change you dont need to
> adjust the back lash
> 3. any other helpfull hints? >>
> New oil and make sure the locktite gets put on the ring gear bolts, i had
one
> loosen up on me when coming back from the river. Not pretty
>
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