Back on the road!!! Finally a win! All due to missing the importance of the three set screws on the torque tube assembly. Fortunately that oversight only cost me some time and a bit of polishing of the carrier where the pinion gear rubbed it.
After a proper test drive I’m completely pleased with this new 3:55 gear set change. It really was a bit of work for one person all don with the truck on Jack stands in the rear. That stuff is heavy and fights you all the way.
Thanks so very much to all of you who offered help and suggestions throughout the process. I only hope I can return the favor someday.
Bob
