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Destructo · 01-24-2005, 07:09 PM

I'm weighing the costs of putting 4.10 gears in my current 10/12 bolt axles or putting 3/4 ton axles in my truck, I can get the gears + install kits for 450 bucks to my door. 3/4 ton axles probably run me 200-250 or maybe 300 for a good set, plus I will need new 15" 8 lug wheels and will have to grind the front calipers and possibly have to run a 10" wide wheel because of availability, which I don't really want to do because I run a higher risk of losing a bead.

So, anyway, back to the original question, which tools are NEEDED for a new ring and pinion install, I know I need a dial indicator, what else?

01-24-2005, 07:09 PM	#1
Destructo Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Lewisville, NC Posts: 1,836	What tools do I need for a Ring & Pinion swap? I'm weighing the costs of putting 4.10 gears in my current 10/12 bolt axles or putting 3/4 ton axles in my truck, I can get the gears + install kits for 450 bucks to my door. 3/4 ton axles probably run me 200-250 or maybe 300 for a good set, plus I will need new 15" 8 lug wheels and will have to grind the front calipers and possibly have to run a 10" wide wheel because of availability, which I don't really want to do because I run a higher risk of losing a bead. So, anyway, back to the original question, which tools are NEEDED for a new ring and pinion install, I know I need a dial indicator, what else? __________________ 1985 Scottsdale Shortbed 4x4 Stout 350 with some "upgrades"-700r4-33x12.5" Mud Tires, Warn 8274-50 winch. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado Regular Cab 2wd 4-banger, 5 speed, Street Pack with 3.73 axle.