Countershaft Inspection

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Inspect the gear and bearing contact areas for wear and damage, then measure the countershaft at points A, B, and C. If any part of the countershaft is less than the service limit, replace it.
Standard:

A (Ball bearing contact area):

24.980-24.993 mm (0.9835-0.9840 in.)

B (Distance collar contact area):

36.487-36.500 mm (1.4365-1.4370 in.)

C (Needle bearing contact area):

34.000-34.015 mm (1.3386-1.3392 in.)

Service Limit:

A: 24.93 mm (0.981 in.)

B: 36.44 mm (1.4346 in.)

C: 33.95 mm (1.337 in.)

Fig 1: Identifying Countershaft Inspection
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Inspect the runout by supporting both ends of the countershaft on V-blocks. Rotate the countershaft two complete turns while measuring with a dial gauge. If the runout exceeds the service limit, replace the countershaft.
Standard: 0.02 mm (0.001 in.) max.

Service Limit: 0.05 mm (0.002 in.)

Fig 2: Measuring Countershaft
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