[Kingpen]

some really good points that you sometimes overlook because you get tired of looking..yes I have a good cover/girdle,but yes I am also guilty of sanding the pinion gear for easier removal.my other car has a dana 60 that has all that stuff & never had problems ,but shim is also behind the race too.I will try that with the 12-bolt & see.as far as pre-load,Ive never measured it,just went by feel,and have used from "snug" to "tight",,I probably should actually measure it....as far as the pinion to bearing fit,I have some Green sleeve retaining loctite,will this help,plus maybe some carefully placed light center punches work to hold it in place?..I really appreciate all the answers & suggestions,if there are any more,I'll gladley listen as it will still be a couple of days before i start back toegther with it...........Thanks so much,Vic.......P.S. I also have some converter questions I'll ask in another thread if anyone wants to help