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Old 12-22-2008, 01:19 PM   #8
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Re: Differential Lockpin Availability

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Originally Posted by slosteve View Post
SO THEN......I remove the axles to pull the leaking seals and decide to inspect the bearing surface on them - you know where this is going. They are showing distinct signs of 37 years of use! The hardened surface is worn through and there's some pitting going on. Now it's time to look for new axles. Has anyone found a good source? My rearend is a standard corporate 12 bolt light duty.
Timken makes a repair bearing that moves the bearings to a new part of the axle, I got mine at Autozone. I had one axle on my build that was the same way. It was esier than finding new axles...

Here is the info from Autozone web site

About this product:
Part Number: TRP1559TV
Weight: 0.75 lbs.
Note: Optional: axle repair package bearing axle repair bearing allows bearing & seal to ride on un-worn axle path



Pricing:
$29.99
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