GM 10 bolt pinion change
12-06-2008, 12:21 PM
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GM 10 bolt pinion change
Guys,
I've swapped transmissions and need to get a custom length drive shaft made. While at it I'm going to upgrade to 1350 u-joints. I've bought a 1350 Spicer pinion for the rear end and need to install it.
About the only information I've found on how to do it goes something like this.
1>Remove the tires/wheels, brakes and calipers.
2>Put an inch/pound torque wrench on the pinion nut and record the torque required to spin the pinion.
3>Remove the old pinion, install the new pinion, and torque it up slowly, checking the rotational torque until you reach the same torque reading from earlier.
Sounds straight forward..... anybody ever do it this way? Wondering how it would work with a clicker style torque wrench?
Any input appreciated.
I've swapped transmissions and need to get a custom length drive shaft made. While at it I'm going to upgrade to 1350 u-joints. I've bought a 1350 Spicer pinion for the rear end and need to install it.
About the only information I've found on how to do it goes something like this.
1>Remove the tires/wheels, brakes and calipers.
2>Put an inch/pound torque wrench on the pinion nut and record the torque required to spin the pinion.
3>Remove the old pinion, install the new pinion, and torque it up slowly, checking the rotational torque until you reach the same torque reading from earlier.
Sounds straight forward..... anybody ever do it this way? Wondering how it would work with a clicker style torque wrench?
Any input appreciated.
12-06-2008, 02:40 PM
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Wont work with a click style torque wrench.
USUALLY rotating torque is measured with pinion only, no carrier, etc...
A new crush sleeve SHOULD be installed, but most will tell you it is not needed.
Install a new seal and deferentially a new NUT!!!
USUALLY rotating torque is measured with pinion only, no carrier, etc...
A new crush sleeve SHOULD be installed, but most will tell you it is not needed.
Install a new seal and deferentially a new NUT!!!
12-06-2008, 04:39 PM
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Some guys do it like above when just changing pinion it appears. The more I've thought about it the less I like the idea.
I'll install the new yoke with the old nut and get my measurement for the drive shaft I need. Get it ordered. In the meantime I'll get a couple crush sleeves on the way and tear the diff down and do it right.
I remember my last rear setup. Gotta invest in a pinion yoke wrench
I'll install the new yoke with the old nut and get my measurement for the drive shaft I need. Get it ordered. In the meantime I'll get a couple crush sleeves on the way and tear the diff down and do it right.
I remember my last rear setup. Gotta invest in a pinion yoke wrench
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12-06-2008, 05:27 PM
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Some guys do it like above when just changing pinion it appears. The more I've thought about it the less I like the idea.
I'll install the new yoke with the old nut and get my measurement for the drive shaft I need. Get it ordered. In the meantime I'll get a couple crush sleeves on the way and tear the diff down and do it right.
I'll install the new yoke with the old nut and get my measurement for the drive shaft I need. Get it ordered. In the meantime I'll get a couple crush sleeves on the way and tear the diff down and do it right.
Good choice, I would suggest painting the gears and take pictures of the wear patten. then use it later when setting it up......
12-06-2008, 08:25 PM
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Guys,
I've swapped transmissions and need to get a custom length drive shaft made. While at it I'm going to upgrade to 1350 u-joints. I've bought a 1350 Spicer pinion for the rear end and need to install it.
About the only information I've found on how to do it goes something like this.
1>Remove the tires/wheels, brakes and calipers.
2>Put an inch/pound torque wrench on the pinion nut and record the torque required to spin the pinion.
3>Remove the old pinion, install the new pinion, and torque it up slowly, checking the rotational torque until you reach the same torque reading from earlier.
Sounds straight forward..... anybody ever do it this way? Wondering how it would work with a clicker style torque wrench?
Any input appreciated.
I've swapped transmissions and need to get a custom length drive shaft made. While at it I'm going to upgrade to 1350 u-joints. I've bought a 1350 Spicer pinion for the rear end and need to install it.
About the only information I've found on how to do it goes something like this.
1>Remove the tires/wheels, brakes and calipers.
2>Put an inch/pound torque wrench on the pinion nut and record the torque required to spin the pinion.
3>Remove the old pinion, install the new pinion, and torque it up slowly, checking the rotational torque until you reach the same torque reading from earlier.
Sounds straight forward..... anybody ever do it this way? Wondering how it would work with a clicker style torque wrench?
Any input appreciated.
12-06-2008, 08:33 PM
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Yup says that in the book also, Simple operation but its one that causes people alot of problems.Because you have to recrush the crush sleeve,if you dont get it exactly right you can end up with pinion bearing failure.
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12-06-2008, 09:15 PM
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I'm really dreading doing this. I put the whole rear end in it about a year ago and swore I would never tear into another one. This on top of all the work I've done under the truck over the last couple weeks has whooped me. Plus it freakin cold. I'll get the measurement I need tomorrow and let it sit for a couple days... get the motivation going again. 
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When I replaced mine, I just spun the nut off with a big impact, installed the new yoke with a new seal, and spun it back on with the impact, using red Loctite. Haven't had any problems.......knock on wood!