Table of Contents
Acknowledgments Introduction
What is a Workbench® Book?
Chapter 1:
Axle History and Identification 8-Inch 9-Inch 8.8-Inch Front Axle Applications 93½8-Inch Part Numbers
Chapter 2:
Axle Removal Safety Equipment General Procedures Brake System Removal Leaf Spring Removal
Chapter 3:
8.8-Inch Axle Disassembly and Inspection Optional Upgrades Disassembly Preparation Axle Housing Disassembly Traction-Lok Differential Disassembly Chapter 4:
8.8-inch Axle Assembly Traction-Lok Differential Assembly Axle Housing, Wheel End Bearing and Seal Assembly Ring and Pinion Gear Set Assembly
Chapter 5:
9-Inch Axle Disassembly and Inspection Physical Differences Strength Differences Axle Shaft Splines Disassembly Procedure Brake Drums and Axle Shaft Dissambly Third Member and Pinion Cartridge Removal Summary
Chapter 6:
9-Inch Axle Assembly Open-Differential Assembly Traction-Lok Assembly Third-Member Assembly Axle Housing Assembly
Chapter 7:
Ring and Pinion Assembly Face-Hobbed Gears Face-Milled Gears Break–In Procedure Gear Ratio Selection and Tooth Combinations
Chapter 8:
Performance 9-Inch Axle Installation Vehicle Acquisition and Inspection Drivetrain Upgrades Transmission Installation Spring Pocket Kit Installation Wheel Tub Installation Axle Ratio Selection Summary
Appendix: 9-Inch Axle Identification Codes
Source Guide