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    Help! Pinion Bearing question

    Here is a pic of the front diff. It is a 1978 Dana 44. The carrier has to be removed so the inner axle seals can be knocked out and replaced. Notice that each bearing cap is marked as well as the top bolts. This will assure the bolts and bearing cap get put back in their original place.:)
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    Help! Pinion Bearing question

    This makes absolute sense. I meant to type this earlier in the thread. Thanks for the explanation Mason!:)
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    Help! Pinion Bearing question

    Mason, I already have it up on stands and the axle shafts are out. The cover is off as well. I am going through the front end. If I can tighten the nut to correct preload and have the bearing tight, I will be very happy. I still have to pull the carrier out since I am replacing the axle seals.
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    Help! Pinion Bearing question

    ^Did my last post clear some things up or are you guys as confused as I am now?:gr_grin:
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    Help! Pinion Bearing question

    :sorry:Thanks for all the advice guys. Here is what happened. I marked the housing and pinion nut with paint before removing the nut. While the nut was off, I noticed the pinion had some play in it. I thought that it was because the nut was off. I replaced the seal and tightened the nut back...
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    Death Wobble

    This was a great write up. I think it should be a sticky. There are a lot of new owners or younger adults with lifted trucks that need to know this info. It seems that the dreaded death wobble question is asked on this forum as well as others on a pretty regular basis. I have a 6 inch lift on...
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    anyone want to watch me tear down a small block?

    Here you guys go. I thought you might like this. These guys are good. It only took them less than 5 minutes to tear one down and rebuild it!:) https://youtu.be/W5saoYQIlh8
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    Looking at buying an 83 K10 with broken driveline

    Pull the rear driveshaft first. If you are trailering it, regardless of transfer case type, lock hubs and pull it on trailer. Open the doors and lift them up in the back. Grab them on the bottom. You are checking for frame and body flex. If it moves a lot, it has been mudded quite a bit. It...
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    Bent front suspension bracket

    As far as shifter shake, you should also check the fluid level in your transmission. My truck had sat for quite a while before it was started again. When it was started the shifter shook quite a bit. After draining what little fluid was in it and refilling it to the proper level, the shake went...
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    Help! Pinion Bearing question

    Well I got the kit from Summit today. I was reading online and several people say that you cannot use a click type torque wrench to set the preload. So I just bought a used Snap on beam torque wrench of fleabay. My neighbor told me that he did not have a bearing separator for his press either...
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    Bent front suspension bracket

    ^This will get the job done. It looks like you are missing a couple of big washers for each side of the front spring. You might consider replacing the front bushings as well. When you take the bolt out and drop the spring, inspect them closely. Look for any deformities or cracks in the...
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    Bent front suspension bracket

    Have you stood outside of the truck while someone turns the steering wheel back and forth? I am thinking you might have some play in the drag link.
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    Cup holder

    :):):)
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    Cup holder

    Umm. I was talking about the one that sits beside you.:shrug: Mine is a female. As in a girl. Just sayin...
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    Cup holder

    Exactly. Although this type of cup holder is a serious option. It requires a lot of thought as it comes in various colors, shapes and sizes. It usually requires a lot of searching to find the right one that fits you and the truck. It is also the most expensive of all the cup holders shown so...
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    Bvllsh!t on craigslist.

    I say do it and thank him.:)
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    Help! Pinion Bearing question

    I agree. It will be like a jigsaw puzzle. When I take the pinion out I am going to measure the shims and start from there. Hopefully it will be close. I am pretty sure that my carrier is ok but I am going to replace the bearings and put new shims in it. I will use new shims that are exactly the...
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    Help! Pinion Bearing question

    I ordered a master install kit for a dana 44 from Summit. It has everything except a new ring and pinion gear. I talked to my neighbor about using his press. He said no problem so that is taken care of. I have a craftsman inch pound torque wrench that starts at 25 inch pounds. I have the dial...
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    Bent Frame

    Thanks for that info. I am really impressed. Seriously.
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    Help! Pinion Bearing question

    :) I figured you guys would like that.
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    Help! Pinion Bearing question

    Thanks for the link. I was actually looking at that very link last night.:)
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    Help! Pinion Bearing question

    I agree with you. I would much rather build a engine. My neighbor has a 12 ton shop press so that is no problem. I helped a friend of mine set up the rear end in this truck and the crush sleeve was the hardest part of the job. I think that is why I am dreading this project. In the old days I...
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    E-Brake cables

    I just ordered am intermediate brake cable from rockauto for my truck. I haven't got it put in but it is cheaper than LMC even with shipping.:)
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    Help! Pinion Bearing question

    Cmon down and you can learn with me...:):):):) Ahh I am going outside and beat my head on a tree now...:mad:
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    Help! Pinion Bearing question

    Yeah that is what I thought. I was afraid of that. I picked up a dial indicator from HF the other day. I thought this might happen. Thanks.

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