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    WTB TCase Crossmember

    I need a transfer case frame cross member for a TH400/NP205 for my '84. I am using the tall figure 8 transfer case pedestal. Thank you
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    D44 longer Wheel Stud P/N needed

    Thanks for the background. I was reading content on other sites (perhaps uninformed) that said I would need longer studs with a wheel change.
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    D44 longer Wheel Stud P/N needed

    Correct, 8 lug. I don't see how the stock length of 2" will be long enough for aftermarket rims.
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    D44 longer Wheel Stud P/N needed

    I don't think the stock length D44 9/16-18 studs (2") will be long enough for aftermarket aluminum rims. I'm looking for verification of a part number that someone has actually used. Here's what I think may work: Dorman 610-278 - 2.625"OAL, .62" knurl Dorman 610-419 - 2.58" OAL, .619 knurl...
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    Need gear pattern feedback

    Backlash was at .009. I ended up adding a .005 pinion shim and it patterned well. That did decrease backlash to .006 but since it was still in spec left it alone. Overall I had a lot of fun with this. I used the SIU video on Youtube. It's a fantastic resource and you really can't screw...
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    Need gear pattern feedback

    I was able to get more resistance and a better pattern. High on the drive side, good on the coast side. I think pinion need to come in deeper against the ring gear (add pinion shims). Thoughts?
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    Need gear pattern feedback

    With that in mind, how does the coast pattern look? I think it’s pretty close.
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    Need gear pattern feedback

    Any suggestions on resistance? I'm turning with the yoke holder and using my other hand with a glove to provide resistance against the ring. Holding as tight as I can. Seems like it should be enough resistance based off what I've seen others do.
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    Need gear pattern feedback

    Setting up my first diff, front D44 on this build. First pattern, (not pictured) showed contact angled across the root and coast side was centered. I removed pinion depth shims because that pattern suggested pinion was too deep. Now I am having a really hard time making a drive side pattern...
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    Pinion Depth Tricks

    Me neither, lol, but that's what the diagram shows. Check that out on my earlier post. And since East Coast Gear (probably others too) make a set up race tells me that's where they are supposed to go.
  11. M

    What new tools have you got lately?

    I don't know why I didn't buy a press years ago. No beating in wheel hub races!
  12. M

    427 Tall Deck

    Exactly, there's $400 of machine shop work alone. So I added $100 for scrap value of the bare block, and whala, $500!
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    Pinion Depth Tricks

    I'm going to have to get a setup race. Or I need to remove some material from the housing where the race seats. I had a heckuva time getting my new race seated and removed. Damn near destroyed a new brass drift.
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    Pinion Depth Tricks

    Ok gang, what am I missing? This diagram shows the pinion depth shim stack in between the inner bearing race and the diff housing, not between the bearing and the pinion gear. Which means I'd have to remove the race from the housing every time. I suppose a set up race could be made as well...
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    427 Tall Deck

    By all means, buy the 454.
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    427 Tall Deck

    Disassembled and checked out by local machine shop. Also have the crank. Would make a nice platform for a 496 build. Going a different route on my build. Asking $500
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    Pinion Depth Tricks

    Makes sense, and I have the good Yukon clamshell too. However, its my understanding that the pinion depth shims on a D44 go behind the inner race, and removing/installing that over and over is a real PITA. An additional problem is that I'm pretty sure it wasn't set up correctly to begin...
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    Pinion Depth Tricks

    Rebuilding a D44 front. Upon disassembly there was no shim stack behind the inner pinion bearing race. Other anomalies suggest to me it wasn't assembled correctly anyway. I did not run a pattern (probably should have) prior to disassembly. I'd like to measure pinion depth, but don't want to...
  19. M

    4L80E Rebuild Recommendation

    Looking for ideas on a rebuild shop for a high HP application 4l80e. Targeting 700hp. I have spoken to Jakes Transmisssions. Had a good conversation but wondering if anyone has experience with them, or other builders out there. Thanks.
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    Are pneumatic tools obselete?

    Same for me! I see Milwaukee has a band file now, would be nice to add to the collection.
  21. M

    Spring Lift Ride Question

    Just to satisfy my curiosity I measured the arc, and they are about 1/2" difference.
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    Spring Lift Ride Question

    That's probably true. However, since the eye to eye measurement is based on a single top leaf, either one spring is actually shorter or the arc of that spring is off. Admittedly, I have not measured the arc, and 5/8" length over 48" vs. the arc is probably immaterial. I just expected it to be...
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    Spring Lift Ride Question

    Thanks, that’s good to know. I got the second rear spring delivered today, and after looking at the overall quality of this kit I will probably end up going ORD. Maybe this is irrelevant once installed, but the on center measurement is 5/8” different between the two. One set has Mis-shaped...
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    Spring Lift Ride Question

    On my son's 84 swb k10 build, we are going with a 6" Tuff Country spring lift. He's convinced the rear springs are going to be too stiff and wants to remove a leaf. I've cautioned against that, as we don't have it installed and fully weighted, and the number of leafs isn't necessarily going to...
  25. M

    What new tools have you got lately?

    Have wanted a press for years and finally got one. So far I really like it.

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