10-15-2002, 12:45 AM | #1 |
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Pinion angle question
Just got the c notch kit, and plan to flip my rear axle, on a 71 GMC SWB. This truck has had a shortened driveline for the 700 r4 in it. My question is: Will I need to shim the rear to correct any difference in pinion angle after lowering? Does it make a difference being a SWB?
What have you guys done? Thanks in advance!!!
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10-15-2002, 08:48 AM | #2 |
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Chances are that you will need to adjust the pinion angle. If you go to a Lowe's lumber store, you can pick up an inexpensive magnet base angle finder. You can check the pinion angle before & after, or check the trans ......if its 4 degrees down, set thhe pinion 4 degrees up. The trans tailshaft, & pinion just need to be parallell with each other. if you need to adjust, you should be able to get shims at a local spring shop. good luck ......AL
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10-15-2002, 07:32 PM | #3 |
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Crazy Longhorn has got you setup. Also read here:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...threadid=27249
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