Dana 60 Pinion preload

[ponylake]

after I set the pinion preload in a Dana 60 and remove the yoke it loosens up

is that normal?

I get the shim stack on and torque the pinion it spins at 20" lbs
when I remove the Yoke it gets loose

 

[u2slow]

Sure is. The outer pinion bearing isn't much more than a slip-fit.

 

[total newb]

You mean when theres nothing holding the bearing in position and with proper tension it doesnt hold position?

 

[ponylake]

You mean when theres nothing holding the bearing in position and with proper tension it doesnt hold position?

that's correct, I remove the yoke to install the seal and it is a little loose, BTW the gears are not installed

 

[total newb]

I want you to look at who liked my post, re read what i posted, and think about all that.

 

[NDCjeepsmith]

that's correct, I remove the yoke to install the seal and it is a little loose, BTW the gears are not installed

The yoke holds everything in place. The pinion may hold itself there only if you're lucky and the outer bearing has a very tight tolerance. Usually any little touch and it'll fall out.

You should have waited till Tuesday for a post such as this BTW... that's the best time for quick replies...

 

[ponylake]

Thanks everyone , that's what I thought just wanted to be sure