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Jul 20, 2010 | 02:15 PM

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Mr-Pipeline

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From: Lubbock, Texas

P-nut,

Performed the upgrade yourself, GREAT! Was this your first time? Any special tools or advise you could share with us. I'm considering upgrading from 3.73 to 4.56 but not sure I have the skills and very interested how the process went for you.

Jul 20, 2010 | 02:42 PM

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p-nut

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Originally Posted by Mr-Pipeline

It was my first time. It was easy, just took alot of time. Some of the tools required are a vernier caliper or micrometer to measure shims, a magnetic based dial indicatior to measure backlash with, a torque wrench, breaker bar, pry bars, made a tool to hold the yoke from spinning when loosening the yoke nut, feeler guages.

I ended up using the stock carrier shims and adding to the pinion to get the wear pattern correct.

Jul 21, 2010 | 11:45 AM

#18

Mr-Pipeline

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From: Lubbock, Texas

First,
Welcome to FTE!

This is a hot topic around the V10 area. I'm sure A LOT of folks would be greatful if you could share your step by step procedure with all of the gotcha moments. I think more owners would attempt the upgrade if we could remove some of the mystery in the process. Thanks!