SFA Rear Diff backlash

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SFA Rear Diff backlash

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Hi Guys

The backlash on the rear diff is getting way too much. No lateral play on the pinion itself, but plenty when turning it anti/clock wise.
Gearmax in Pta wants to replace spider gears and side shaft gears without even looking at it (R5k - R7k)...I'm thinking it can be sorted by shimming it.

Any thoughts?
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Re: SFA Rear Diff backlash

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Hmmmm ....If it is indeed the spiders, shimming can work but I think it will be a temporary solution. Shim stock is usually soft and I think the spiders will wear through it in no time. If you can get a harder shim stock like stainless, that should work. :think:

If it's the crown and pinion you can set it up with the pre-load.
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Re: SFA Rear Diff backlash

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I hear you...but I doubt if gears are that worn, maybe I should just have a look myself
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Personally I think it's more likely that the backlash is coming from the crown and pinion. :think:
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Re: SFA Rear Diff backlash

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Usually backlash is from the pinion and crown wheel.

Shimming way to go but quite time consuming.
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Re: SFA Rear Diff backlash

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Was trying to get hold of you...you're never at the shop when I phone LOL
Would you be able to do it or at least help me do it?
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