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I have the preload all set for the differential bearings and now I want to verify that the turning torque is ok.
What do you guys use for special tool L-4436? I was thinking of taking a old axle piece and welding a extension on to it. Is there a easier way? like running a long bold through the diff? I tried searching but no luck.
I can tell just by feel but then I do dozens per year.
take a piece of pile like conduit, "U" notch the end to conact diff pin. weld and old socket or a nut on the other then use a beam type inch lb torque wrench.
FYI, If you don't want to make your own, there are currently 6 of those tools on Ebay for under $30.
I forgot to mention this is a obx diff. No diff pin.
http://millerspecialtools.spx.com/De...?id=1180&gid=4
It reminds me of a muffler pipe expander in its theory of operation.
Heck, I may even pick one up for that price.Quote:
Originally Posted by csxtra
Any reason why I couldn't just use an modified axle?
I didn't want to wait for the tool to ship or buy one so here is what I came up with. Old jack handle with a socket welded on the end.
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The pin slides into the oil groove in the obx. It worked
None really, I managed to satisfy myself it was "good enough" with a full axle, two nuts jammed against each other, 32mm socket etc... took a little messing around to be sure it was straight and not flopping around when I did it.... but in the end it worked.Quote:
Originally Posted by glhs399