OBX-Where to get the conical wave washers NOW!!!!

[turbovanman]

Just took my OBX apart and I have a few broken washers. Where would I get new ones and what would happen if I run it and change them later, its not really a big deal as I am changing the control arm bushings later.

[Frank]

the real question is why are their broken washers?

[turbovanman]

the real question is why are their broken washers?

Apparently its quite common. The washers are really thin so its no wonder.

What if I just substitute a couple thick flat washers?

[Clay]

mcmaster.com or your local industrial supply/fastener supply place.

[turbovanman]

mcmaster.com or your local industrial supply/fastener supply place.


No one around here stocks it. I found some smaller diameter ones that should work, my local supplier had those. I just need two of the stockers then I can use the smaller ones. Fingers crossed, they show up in a few hours.

[rbryant]

Do we have any idea how much preload the OBX should have? Changing to a different washer will change this.

Also if they keep breaking on everyone should I order some from mcmaster and use those instead before I install the OBX I just ordered?

What are the dimensions of the washers?

inside dia
outside dia
thickness
cup height

Thanks,

Rich

[turbovanman]

Do we have any idea how much preload the OBX should have? Changing to a different washer will change this.



I believe there to stop the gears from rattling. Mine are broken and it still worked. I did notice more slop after a few runs so maybe this will tighten it back up? I will post my findings.

[looneytuner]

Does the Quaife have these? Or is this to cover sloppy machine tolerances.
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[turbovanman]

Well my f(&^&ing parts supplier zerod me even though they held them in there hands so I am going to just use washers for now, :mad: :censored:

[TurboGLH]

The washers are belleville washers, and if you can determine the spring weight you can purchase replacements here. http://www.bellevillesprings.com/

[turbovanman]

Thanks Chris, I ended up welding them back together and so far, the diff has never been this tight, :thumb:

I measured them so I will preorder new ones in case I notice it getting sloppy again.

I have to say, whomever designed this diff is a friggin genious, how they figured 10 helical gears stacked in a housing would lock both wheels in a straight line is :thumb:

[DodgeZ]

Thanks Chris, I ended up welding them back together and so far, the diff has never been this tight, :thumb:

I measured them so I will preorder new ones in case I notice it getting sloppy again.

I have to say, whomever designed this diff is a friggin genious, how they figured 10 helical gears stacked in a housing would lock both wheels in a straight line is :thumb:
oh my god.

[turbovanman]

oh my god.

What?