Thread: Rear axles?????
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Old 02-10-2022, 01:25 PM   #3
Tom Endy
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Default Re: Rear axles?????

My experience is that I would avoid reproduction rear axle shafts. For one, they are over $600 each and they come with possible failure modes. The gear portion is welded to the shaft, and I have seen several where the weld failed. In years past I encountered several where the gear diameter was incorrect, and they jammed inside the carrier.

Your best bet is to locate originals. Contact Berts in Denver. A serviceable original should have good threads and not have any cracks at the key slot.

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