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. |