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A/T - AXOD/E 44T4's and 125's Chain Stretch

TECHNICAL BULLETIN # 099

TRANSMISSION: AXOD/AXOD-E 44T4's and 125's

SUBJECT: Chain Stretch

APPLICATION: Ford and GM

DATE: FEB 92

Use the following steps to measure chain stretch.

(STEP 1)




Stretch the chain in one direction and mark the case. (Figure 1)

(STEP 2)




Stretch the chain the other direction and mark the case again. (Figure 2)

You can also use this procedure for 440-T4's and 125's.

(STEP 3)




Remove the chain and measure the distance between the two marks. (Figure 3) If the distance between the marks exceeds 7/8" (.875) replace the chain.