I took "15 minutes" today and got the new pinion gear install. I stood the torque tube on end and let gravity help me. Next, I pressed on the carrier bearings and maybe I'll tackle the ring gear later tonight. To stand up the torque tube I used an old U-bolt I attached to the side of the bench and a piece of wood on the ground. It worked pretty well.

Update: I did get the ring gear mounted on the carrier tonight. Wow, that was more work than I thought it would be. I'm worn out! No more work until tomorrow.
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Last edited by UtahYork; 11/14/2024 2:59 AM.
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