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[Mustang5L5]

Well, I think I got my answer.

Flange is .400 thick. Rotor hat is .233 thick. And 0.500 from mounting face of wheel to start of acorn taper.

So 1.133” which puts me here. I think I’ll run the Moroso and return the Dorman

 

[TIGGER]

What’s the consensus on reusing the diff center pin bolt? I’ve had mine out 3-4 times now and reused it each time. Should I retire it? Or ok to reuse?

I am 0 for 2 when it comes to installing a new center pin bolt. I have done it twice and both times they were broken when I went back in it at later date. I am not sure why or what caused them to shear in the center pin? I do not do anything different when I reuse the old pin. Sure made it fun to get out.

 

[2000xp8]

I'm surprised the moser axles didn't have threaded studs.

You need a special tool to install the studs?
Recently a bearing ate an axle on my work van, all i did was use a larger old nut, then use my impact wrench and drive a lug nut over it.

 

[Noobz347]

Yep. I've tightened them in with a large socket I use as a sleeve and an open-ended lug nut.

Dugga dugga dugga

 

[Mustang5L5]

It’s just the $10 bearing to spin on and a spare lug. “Tools” might be a stretch

 

[Mustang5L5]

Anyone ever use this type of gasket? Supposedly reusable?

Also, new pin for insurance.

Need to pull the studs on first, and then I can dump the gear oil in and install the diff cover and the axle is done. Will install rotors, calipers and dust shields on the car when done to cut down on weight and damage.

 

[BlakeusMaximus]

I used one of those Mike when I had my 373’s done. Maybe 5 years old, 2000 miles, no issues.

 

[Mustang5L5]

I am 0 for 2 when it comes to installing a new center pin bolt. I have done it twice and both times they were broken when I went back in it at later date. I am not sure why or what caused them to shear in the center pin? I do not do anything different when I reuse the old pin. Sure made it fun to get out.

Where did it specifically break at?

Inspecting my old one and I can see worn area on the shaft where the center pin rubs on it.

Gonna drill a hole and put it the keychain.

 

[2000xp8]

Only time i ever used a gasket, it leaked.
I just use Green diff oil RTV.

 

[rednotch]

You using ford pin/bolts or the junk kits packed with made in India stuff alot of vendors sell now... The heat treat on most of the india sourced stuff is horrible and won't take any side loading. lots of gear/axle/ diff vendors selling it and it's a crap shoot if its decent or not, the aftermarket diffs are getting bad with all the Eaton clones, spider gears that shatter under stock powered cars lol... Most are companies with American sounding names. Ford used to sell them in a bag of 3 for a couple bucks. Probably have a few in my junk draw of my tool box.

 

[AeroCoupe]

Usually they break just past the hex head. Helped a buddy pick one out and it suuuucked.

 

[General karthief]

Where did it specifically break at?

Inspecting my old one and I can see worn area on the shaft where the center pin rubs on it.

Gonna drill a hole and put it the keychain.

Key chain???
Seriously? Why not a necklace?
Mechanics jewelry!!!
Now where is that broken connecting rod

 

[Mustang5L5]

Inspecting the cross-pin, it shows some wear.

Since I plan to rebuild the t-lok and possibly do gears next winter, this should be fine for 54 actual miles I end up driving this summer. I’ll replace it then. I’ll use this for now to wear in the ends of the moser axles

You can very faintly feel some surface irregularities in the shiny worn are

 

[AeroCoupe]

Ha ha ha!!! Then you don’t want to see the ones in my cars. That’s brand new my man.

 

[limp]

Anyone ever use this type of gasket? Supposedly reusable?

Also, new pin for insurance.

Need to pull the studs on first, and then I can dump the gear oil in and install the diff cover and the axle is done. Will install rotors, calipers and dust shields on the car when done to cut down on weight and damage.

I used one in my car and it has not leaked a drop.. No sealant, straight gasket... Very happy...

 

[AeroCoupe]

That’s a nine inch…you could have used dirt and it would seal. Ha ha ha!!!

 

[Mustang5L5]

Apparently there’s a kit to remove broken bolts.


View: https://youtu.be/UQ6BgEplEl4



Unfortunately not cheap

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/yga-56061

 

[limp]

That’s a nine inch…

Yes it is...

 

[Mustang5L5]

Studs are in.

Easiest way to fill a diff. Got the cover painted and ready to bolt down. Got lazy and I’ll wrap up that up tomorrow. Clean the calipers and test fit and the rear is done.

 

[Mustang5L5]

Done.

Nice weather is here in MA, so I can open the garage doors and do some welding now.