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Rear Axle-8 1/4: Specifications

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AXLE SPECIFICATIONS

DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION
Axle Ratio 3.21, 3.55, 3.92
Differential Case Flange Runout 0.076 mm (0.003 in.)
Differential Case Clearance 0.12 mm (0.005 in.)
Ring Gear Diameter 209.5 mm (8.25 in.)
Ring Gear Backlash 0.12-0.20 mm (0.005-0.008 in.)
Ring Gear Runout 0.12 mm (0.005 in.)
Pinion Bearing Preload-Original Bearings 1-2 N-m (10-20 in. lbs.)
Pinion Bearing Preload-New Bearings 1.7-4 N-m (15-35 in. lbs.)
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

DESCRIPTION N-m Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.
Differential Cover Bolts 41 30 -
Bearing Cap Bolts 95 70 -
Ring Gear Bolts 102 75 -
Pinion Nut Minimum 285 210 -
Adjuster Lock Screw 10 7.5 90
Backing Plate Bolts 65 48 -
Pinion Shaft Lock Screw 11 8 -