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recently i got aggravated over high prices with installing gears so i decided that i want to install my own,does it sound like a good idea??? i have alot of mechanical experience but none installing gears,does anyone know where i can find the full info on lining the gears up?? pinion depth and backlash settings and procedures?? or should i just wait until i get the $600 to have the speed shop do it?

 

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No, it does not sound like a good idea at all.

You will need:
Magnetic base dial indicator
Inch pound torque wrench
Skill
Knowledge
Experience

If you do not have these things or know someone that does, I recommend you have it done by your local Ford dealer or a good speed shop.

 

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Definitely recommend getting someone else to do it. It is not an easy job like on some cars. I'm not sure a local Ford dealership will install even Ford Racing gears as I know I've inquired several certified Ford Service centers around my area and they don't do any kind of service with aftermarket parts whether its Ford Racing or not. $600 is for everything I imagine...I know by me its a little above $500 probably close to $550 once tax is included...so is it a bit more expensive, yeah but not that much.

 

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it is hard to do ive done a couple on the floor with the car on jack stands and it is a PITA because you have to get the black lash the depth and the rotational torque and alot of other things thas why i wouldn't recommend it if you've never done them just have someone else do it if its $600 for everything that's cool because once in a while when you are taking the bearing off the pinion ring it gets damaged and you have to replace it.

 

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Pay the money to a trusted dealership and enjoy peace of mind on a good install, that's backed up by them.

 

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hazze4ya said:

recently i got aggravated over high prices with installing gears so i decided that i want to install my own,does it sound like a good idea??? i have alot of mechanical experience but none installing gears,does anyone know where i can find the full info on lining the gears up?? pinion depth and backlash settings and procedures?? or should i just wait until i get the $600 to have the speed shop do it?

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I've gotta agree with Kilgore - not a good idea to take this one on yourself (practice on your friends F-Body first )
But seriously, how much is too much? It is an involved install. I paid $200 labor, plus fluids...ending up to be $220. To me, that's a bargain considering what is involved and the fact that it's something you don't wanna have to do twice (or f'up in the process).

 

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git-it-83 said:

Pay the money to a trusted dealership and enjoy peace of mind on a good install, that's backed up by them.

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+1 on that

 

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People are agreeing with me on this thread. I am so bookmarking it

 

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People are agreeing with me on this thread. I am so bookmarking it

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It's because it is common sense.

Really......the gear install requires some tight clearances and measurements. I would have it professionally done.

 

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their is also alot of things involved and the first time i did it i had to tear it down like 5 times and even guys who do this alot tear it up a couple of times and reset the whole thing

 

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Dunno, I have just heard too many horror stories about blown rear ends and such.

Really, it's worth it to have a pro do it.

 

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Thanks everyone for your input, i decided to let the pros handle the job, Look at it this way you guys probably just saved a perfectly good 42,000 miles rear,steve

 

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Kilgore Trout said:

People are agreeing with me on this thread. I am so bookmarking it

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I am impressed with how many people do their own gears and at least don't tell us of the problems afterward. I have always worked under a lift.
Lay on the ground and try to get leverage for a crush collar? pinion shims? putting the carrier in and out a few times to get the shims right ( damn, I dropped one, did it come out the left or right ) If someone has the time , patience, decent tools and someone with experience, go for it. Otherwise this mod is best to be done by a shop.