Why do you need proper pre load on a Dana 60?
Why do you need proper pre load on a Dana 60?
Setting proper pinion pre-load will ensure long pinion bearing life, if the pre-load is too little the space between the cup and cone can be too great and under hard acceleration and braking can prematurely wear the bearings, setting it too high will cause increased friction and heat, leading to premature bearing failure.
How much torque does a Dana 60 gear need?
The pinion nut needs to be torqued to 250 ft/lbs. With the pinion bearing properly lubricated, increase or decrease the shim stack under the front bearing cone to achieve 20-25 inch/lbs of rotational drag or pre-load.
How do you install ring gear on a Dana 60?
Install the cone carrier bearings and ring gear onto the differential, again using proper fixtures being careful not to damage the bearings. Install ring gear bolts with a six point socket and torque. You MUST use red Loctite or equivalent thread locker on the threads of these bolts.
How to set pinion bearing preload ep.1?
Diff rebuild – how to set pinion bearing preload Ep.1 #1023 – YouTube Over the years I have found that many mechanics & workshops in general tend to shy away from rebuilding final drives or differential units due to the complex…
Setting proper pinion pre-load will ensure long pinion bearing life, if the pre-load is too little the space between the cup and cone can be too great and under hard acceleration and braking can prematurely wear the bearings, setting it too high will cause increased friction and heat, leading to premature bearing failure.
The pinion nut needs to be torqued to 250 ft/lbs. With the pinion bearing properly lubricated, increase or decrease the shim stack under the front bearing cone to achieve 20-25 inch/lbs of rotational drag or pre-load.
How do you get pinion bearings out of a differential?
Knock the pinion gear out to the rear with a brass punch taking care not to damage the threads. Keep track of the positions of all of the original shims. Pinion bearings must be pressed off. Carrier bearings can be pulled using a bearing puller. Internal parts (inside the carrier) can be moved as necessary.
Diff rebuild – how to set pinion bearing preload Ep.1 #1023 – YouTube Over the years I have found that many mechanics & workshops in general tend to shy away from rebuilding final drives or differential units due to the complex…
