U mean when turning that the pinion that there isn’t much preload. That’s ok as the bearings are used. But as mentioned u r already in there so u may as well change them. Then everything is new. Kim
Correct. That's what I figured. The bearings have been changed. It appears someone rebuilt this diff in the past. I guess it makes sense to change them again. I don't have a press but, I do have a bearing separator somewhere. I hope the ring gear and carrier bearings will be easy. I have a hot oil bath that can heat them to 400 degree if needed and put the suregrip in the freezer. The FSM shows the pinion bearing being hammered on. The heat/cold method should work for this too. My first 8 3/4 but, it seems easier than the other diffs I've done. I'll soon find out. Thanks
