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Mechanical Specifications

Type/Manufacturer Spicer Chevrolet
Ring Gear Diameter 10 1/2 Inch (in)10 1/2 Inch (in)
Carrier Type Integral Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash Method Shims Adj. Nut
Adjustment .004-.009 Inch (in).005-.008 Inch (in)
Pinion Bearing Preload Method Shims Spacer
New Bearings 20-40 Inch Pound-Force (in.lb)25-35 Inch Pound-Force (in.lb)
Used Bearings 10-20 Inch Pound-Force (in.lb)5-15 Inch Pound-Force (in.lb)
Differential Bearing Preload Method Shims Adj. Nut
New Bearings .006 Inch (in)-
Note: Tighten adjusting nut until it contacts bearing, then tighten an additional 3 slots.
Used Bearings .006 Inch (in)-
Note: Tighten adjusting nut until it contacts bearing, then tighten an additional 2 slots.