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Adjust the preload adjusters... 
   
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Adjust the preload adjusters with a special tool. Move them one hole at a time until you get the correct backlash.
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Once the backlash is correct,... 
   
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Once the backlash is correct, anchor the preload adjusters with lock tabs and torque to 10 ft-lb.
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Tighten the side caps to 45... 
   
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Tighten the side caps to 45 ft-lb and then to 80 ft-lb in two stages.
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Next, paint a section of the... 
   
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Next, paint a section of the ring gear with the white lead paint that comes with the ring and pinion gear.
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Preload the assembly as you... 
   
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Preload the assembly as you turn it by providing resistance with a screwdriver to put pressure on it at the pinion. This will mimic power being applied.
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Keep checking the pattern... 
   
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Keep checking the pattern between the ring and pinion until it is perfect. This involves pulling out the pinion support and changing shims as many times as it takes. The pattern should look like this.
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Now that everything is complete,... 
   
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Now that everything is complete, install the carrier into the housing.
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Next, reinstall the axles... 
   
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Next, reinstall the axles.
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Now all that's needed is the... 
   
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Now all that's needed is the blown big block and this Camaro will be on its way.
TIM WILLIAMS/JERRY REED Muscle Car Parts MOTIVE GEAR PERFORMANCE DIVISION
1001 West Exchange Ave., Dept. SC
Chicago
IL  60609
STEVE COOK CREATIONS
8701 Gateway Terr., Dept. SC
Oklahoma City
OK  73149
TRACTECH, INC.
31900 Sherman Ave., Dept. SC
Madison Heights
MI  48071

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