Differential question
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From: Greer SC
Differential question
1971 small block coupe.Pulled Trailing arms off for rebuild .Side yokes on differential move in and out between 1/16 and 1/8 of an inch.Is this a problem I need to address?
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That's not good!
The end of the yoke inside the differential is held on by a "C" clip.
If the yoke wears down the clip can come off, so yes this is something you should address (sooner than later).
If the yoke wears down the clip can come off, so yes this is something you should address (sooner than later).
Melting Slicks
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so at 1/16 = .0625" may not be ready to replace, for a daily driver 1/16" is not that bad. @ 1/8 Its worth looking at. The bigger problem you will have is finding a good yoke as a replacement.
This is my experience
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...ide-yokes.html
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As the clutch packs wear, the clearance increases. So you have the a combination of clutch wear and wear on the tips of the stub axles.
