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Tech? 10 bolt ring & pinion install

Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by onelow48, Dec 10, 2003.

  1. onelow48
    Joined: Jun 29, 2003
    Posts: 262

    onelow48
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    from Maryland

    Can someone explain what tools are needed to install a ring
    & pinion. The rear is a 10 bolt GM.
     
  2. old beet
    Joined: Sep 25, 2002
    Posts: 5,750

    old beet
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    I'd have to use a checkbook......OLDBEET
     
  3. jerry
    Joined: Mar 2, 2001
    Posts: 3,469

    jerry
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    tools cost more than having it done.

    need pinion depth tool, toque wrenches, dial indcator with magnetic stand, selections of side bearing and pinion shims, red or white lead paste.

    may be more or other ways to do it, but an expensive job not to do right the first time.


    jerry
     
  4. BELLM
    Joined: Nov 16, 2002
    Posts: 2,590

    BELLM
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    Jerry is right. No job for someone not experienced. Can get done several times for what tools cost and parts are too expensive to screw up. Get a good manual if you decide to do yourself. I been screwing with cars for 40 yrs and I still won't do this. Good luck!
     
  5. lulabelle
    Joined: Aug 25, 2002
    Posts: 1,246

    lulabelle
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    #1-cut welds.good luck man.
     
  6. titus
    Joined: Dec 6, 2003
    Posts: 5,202

    titus
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    it is a pain in the ***, ive done 4 so far and never look forward to doin it again! but its doable.
     
  7. Hot Rod To Hell
    Joined: Aug 19, 2003
    Posts: 3,036

    Hot Rod To Hell
    Member
    from Flint MI

    I found a local guy that will set up a rear for $50 if I buy the parts. It's worth that not to smell like gear lube for a week! [​IMG]
     
  8. colorado51
    Joined: Feb 24, 2003
    Posts: 1,576

    colorado51
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    Basic hand tools.

    A press for the pinion bearing/shims.

    Dial indicator (with magnetic base).

    Prussian blue (or something similar)

    Torque wrench (for the pinion nut)

    A shim pack and crush sleeve.

    And, A LOT of time!
     

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