Re: [alfa] Setting differential backlash?

[bearbvd@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx (Greg Hermann)]

At 10:03 AM 10/27/03, Sonny wrote:
>I am planning to replace the differential of my 164 with one from a
>Lancia. Lancia uses the same transmission, but with an external viscous
>coupling limited slip.
>
>I have the option of getting the work done in a facility that has Alfa
>expertise, but seems unfamiliar with the process of using shims and
>measuring tools to set the backlash of a differential. The Alfa and the
>Lancia differentials are supposedly manufactured to the same dimensions,
>and I will be using my existing ring and pinion gears, so my question is:
>in this situation, is it likely that I can just have the differential
>replaced using the old shim(s) and be OK?

Not only NO, but H*LL NO !!

Should I get new bearings and races while I am at it?

Be wise.

Greg
>
>Sonny
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