Kalle

Hi guys.

I just worded on my car, and i found that the Spider gears in the Carrier are worn out.
Ring an pinion are fine... excellent wear pattern an no play in them but you really feel (and see them moving) the worn out spiders if you turn the Pinion by hand.

Does anyone know a shop who has these in stock..?
I only found 8.2 GM Spider gears online.

Thanks
Jan

Kalle

RetroRanger

try sending a PM to monzaz his business specializes in rear ends

Ozzie

Be sure to check the differential cross shaft for wear also.

monzaz

JAn, Need more info for the correct parts to be found. YOUR not going to get NEW spiders as they are not reproduced...but we might have very good used gm used gears here with low mileage. need to see the other sides of the carrier and you should disassemble the carrier you have and see if all the thrust washers are in the and behind your gears as this will cause the loose fitment in a carrier.
will need to know the cossshaft size .733 or .795
Jim
J D Race

Kalle

Hi Jim,
Thanks for your help. Used parts in good condition are fine for me. IŽll dig into the rear end in a couple weeks. Have to fix the chassis first. I will send you pictures.
Do you think i have to change the axle bearings too ? Is it recommended ?

monzaz

Changing the bearings is usually a mileage thing or in a case where you do not know how many miles are on the rear... OR if you find bearings worn out galling etc. the races will usually indicate issues. Jim

J D Race