Tech? 10 bolt ring & pinion install

[onelow48]

Can someone explain what tools are needed to install a ring
& pinion. The rear is a 10 bolt GM.

[old beet]

I'd have to use a checkbook......OLDBEET

[jerry]

tools cost more than having it done.

need pinion depth tool, toque wrenches, dial indcator with magnetic stand, selections of side bearing and pinion shims, red or white lead paste.

may be more or other ways to do it, but an expensive job not to do right the first time.


jerry

[BELLM]

Jerry is right. No job for someone not experienced. Can get done several times for what tools cost and parts are too expensive to screw up. Get a good manual if you decide to do yourself. I been screwing with cars for 40 yrs and I still won't do this. Good luck!

[lulabelle]

#1-cut welds.good luck man.

[titus]

it is a pain in the ass, ive done 4 so far and never look forward to doin it again! but its doable.

[Hot Rod To Hell]

I found a local guy that will set up a rear for $50 if I buy the parts. It's worth that not to smell like gear lube for a week! http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[colorado51]

Basic hand tools.

A press for the pinion bearing/shims.

Dial indicator (with magnetic base).

Prussian blue (or something similar)

Torque wrench (for the pinion nut)

A shim pack and crush sleeve.

And, A LOT of time!