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Axle Assembly Specifications

AXLE ASSEMBLY SPECIFICATIONS

Application INCH Lbs. (N.m)
Pinion Bearing Preload (1)
New Bearing
7 5/8" Ring Gear 15-30 (1.7-3.4)
8 1/2" Ring Gear 18-36 (2.0-4.1)
Used Bearing 10-15 (1.1-1.7)
Total Assembly Preload (2)
New Bearing 35-40 (4.0-4.5)
Used Bearing 20-25 (2.3-2.8)
In. (mm) 
Ring Gear Backlash (All Models) .005-.009 (.13-.23)
Side (Differential) Bearing Preload (3) Slip Fit Plus .008 (.20)
(1) Measured with new collapsible spacer and seal, without ring gear installed.
(2) Measured at drive pinion gear nut.
(3) Add .004" (.10 mm) to each side to preload bearings.