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[Date Prev][Date Next][Thread Prev][Thread Next][Date Index][Thread Index] Re: E-67 Rear Susp Renewal
Hi Ken, Just a quick note: If you saw a stripped down diff that had done 100,000 miles, you would not hesitate in overhauling it. Having gone to the trouble of removing the rear end, you should at least replace all oil seals on the diff and check the condition of the seal-bearing area on the output shafts - this can be quite corroded and lead to leaks. This might be a good time to look a little closer at the differential if you have time. Diffs are simple items, easy to work on and not intimidating. (!) You'll find that all the bearings will have minor pitting after this mileage. Also, the diff gears (not the crownwheel and pinion) will need new thrust washers (very cheap). The damage that these can do when they wear out is legendary (new diff). Diffs of this vintage are fitted with shims rather than collapsible spacers (some prefer this arrangement as it can mean easier seal replacement). As far as the clutch plates are concerned - you can check the strength by using a torque wrench on the output shafts while the diff is intact. Setting up one of these diffs is a piece of cake - there are no secrets. If you leave the diff intact, it is hard to say how long it might last. If you overhaul it yourself, you will be proud of the fact. E-mail me privately. P.S. Have you driven the car to see what the diff is like ? Regards, Neil Young Neil.Young@qed.qld.gov.au ---------- From: Tang_Kenneth To: jag-lovers Subject: E-67 Rear Susp Renewal Date: Tuesday, 25 February 1997 2:59PM I am in the process of rebuilding the brake system of a 67 E 2+. Of course that required the removal of the rear suspension asembly out of the car. While I am at it, I should also renew the various u-joints, seals and bearings. The car has only 100K miles on the odometer, real mileage unknown. As far as can tell, the suspension had a normal street life. These are the items I know I will replace: U-joints for half shafts shock absorbers Large radius arm bushings Calipers and cylindrs reline/rebuild Brake pads renew Final drive oil seal on pinion I really don't want to go into the final drive/differential unless something is broken (its not) or waiting to break. Don't know about the state of the friction plates though. I want to do a thorough renewal job, however I don't have an unlimited budget or time. You get the idea. The folks here with much experience in E rear suspensions, what should I be looking at carefully or just replace regardless while I have the rear suspension apart? Also where is a good, not expensive, source for shocks? Your assistance is appreciated. Ken kent@rosemail.rose.hp.com
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