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| | | | Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 42 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 42 | the front yoke on the rear end has about 2" of free spin before it hits, noticed this when changing rear u joint, is there an adjustment or bad bearing or needing rebuild | | | | | Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 2,733 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 2,733 | Yours is shot if by "hit" (backlash)you mean when it comes into contact with the ring gear. That is measured in thousands. Sounds like you have some gear teeth missing. | | | | | Joined: Jun 2004 Posts: 8,597 Riding in the Passing Lane | | Riding in the Passing Lane Joined: Jun 2004 Posts: 8,597 | That's bad. Pull the rear cover & see what you have. There should be no up or down freeplay in the yoke. There should be no side to side motion in the carrier. If it's in bad shape a used center section is the best way to go.
They say money can't buy happiness. It can buy old Chevy trucks though. Same thing. 1972 Chevy c10 Cheyenne SuperIn the Gallery Forum | | | | | Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 42 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 42 | where could i find a used center section | | | | | Joined: Jun 2004 Posts: 8,597 Riding in the Passing Lane | | Riding in the Passing Lane Joined: Jun 2004 Posts: 8,597 | Post an ad in the parts wanted section of this website. Check localy for any salvage lots handeling old cars/trucks. Any one 55 second series to 62 will fit.
They say money can't buy happiness. It can buy old Chevy trucks though. Same thing. 1972 Chevy c10 Cheyenne SuperIn the Gallery Forum | | | | | Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 42 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 42 | | | | | | Joined: Jan 2001 Posts: 5,337 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Jan 2001 Posts: 5,337 | I would suggest pulling the back cover first and having a look. Just because there is rotational free play at the yoke does not mean the free play is between the ring and pinion. There can be a lot of free play in the spider gears and axle splines that can give you the same feel as free play when turning the yoke.
See the USA in your vintage Chevrolet! My Blog | | | | | Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 42 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 42 | sounds like i might need parts before i inspect rear end lmao?? | | |
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