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Old 11-23-2006, 10:20 PM   #3
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Re: Dana 60 rear end rebuild - need experts help/advice !

Thanks 1969 GMC !

Just curious, why does the D60 need a case spreader but say a 12 bolt you can tap bearings and shims in with a brass hammer or drift ? Basicly would I have been SOL if I hadn't asked here and removed it just to check ?

I do need to know the proper bearing preload for the hub bearings. The only thing I can remember from years ago, was to tighten the inner nut enough to remove the slack while spiining the hub, then back inner nut off 1/6 turn, put in the lock ring and tighten the outer nut. Is that the right way ?

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