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Old 10-13-2014, 02:17 PM   #12
Red Mark
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Default Re: Evaluating rear axles

Thanks again all for the feedback. As usual, some differing opinions, but as always, food for thought.

Larrys40, this was also my order of priority when seeking out potential replacement axles. Always good to get a second (or third) opinion, though. The wear grooves in question are present, but not excessive on the examples I am considering (enough to catch your fingernail). But, this is enough cause for closer examination.

Glad I checked the prior thread mentioned - "Acceptable rear axle wear". There I found suggested reading for Tom Endy's tech article on differential rebuild. Impressive to say the least. My plan was to just replace the damaged axle & grease seals. That's still the plan. But, if other factors drive a more thorough rebuild, I'm prepared. Thanks, Tom.
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