Paul,
I'd check the bushings in the radius arms for play before attempting to set the
ring & pinion clearance. These often sound quite similar to excessive
clearance.
Pulling the axles is straight forward. Remove brake drum; remove two
countersunk phillips head screws, remove axle. Puller/force may be needed. Be
sure to replace the gasket and O-ring.
This is also a good time to R&R rear brake components.
...my 02
WFO Herb
Keep the sticky side down!
wizardz@maxinter.net wrote:
> I'm about to open up my rear end to resolve the 'clonk'
>
> QUESTION: the axles must come out to remove the pumpkin
> from the diff case right? How much of the hub/wheel/backplate do I
> have to take apart just to back the axles out enough to remove diff assy?
>
> Is the 'clonk' the spider thrust washers are worn or is it the main carrier
> side thrust bearings that are the prime reason for the 'clonk' ?
>
> Paul Tegler wizardz@toad.net http://www.teglerizer.com (new layout)
> OBie - '73 BGT - daily driver
> Punkin' - '78 Spitfire - corner ripping screamer
> Lil' Greenee - '73 RWA Midget - lady killer
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