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Just a followup. Jim's Drive Train Specialties finished the repair on my truck on two days ago. Jim's crew installed a Dana 80 differential overhaul kit which included axle shaft bearings, pinion
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I had looked at that very same spreader and a suitable bearing press tool as well. I have decided to go with Jim's Drive Train Specialties in Boise. I have already spoken with Jim and ho
I have been experiencing a rear axle noise when driving. The noise occurs only under acceleration (light or heavy). It is a steady whine that changes in pitch with vehicle speed. The noise has become more prominent over the last several months.
I disconnected the driveshaft and I can move the pinion shaft by hand up and down and side to side a small distance. My understanding is that there should be no free play here. I also removed the differential cover and drained the oil. There was the normal amount of fine filings on the magnet, but there were no chunks or pieces of metal in the bottom of the housing - in fact, it was very clean for the miles (386,000 miles). The ring gear shows a normal wear pattern and the teeth surfaces do not appear to be worn.
According to the FSM:
I am inclined to believe that I do have a worn rear pinion bearing because of the pinion shaft movement and the symptoms match the FSM description.
The knowledge (and tools) needed are far beyond my skills for a differential repair on the Dana 80 axle. Can anyone recommend a competent differential repair shop in the Boise, Idaho area?
Any thoughts or suggestions are welcome.
- John
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