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by plumsauce
Mon Feb 09, 2015 4:47 pm
Forum: General Differential Questions
Topic: auburn hp suitability and preservation
Replies: 14
Views: 23534

Re: auburn hp suitability and preservation

Thanks for confirming that it'll work and the reminder to chamfer the holes. While the machined surfaces center the ring gear, the worry was more in the area of the ring gear walking back and forth a tiny bit on load/unload cycles. Retention of the ring gear bolts is a big worry if someone wanders a...
by plumsauce
Sun Feb 08, 2015 5:52 pm
Forum: General Differential Questions
Topic: auburn hp suitability and preservation
Replies: 14
Views: 23534

Re: auburn hp suitability and preservation

Well, I think we basically see eye to eye. We just say it differently. Business on the internet is not necessarily easier, just different. Now back to the regularly scheduled tech content ... The ring gear that I will be using has 7/16" bolts, and the Auburn has 3/8" bolt holes. I need to ...
by plumsauce
Thu Jan 29, 2015 1:06 pm
Forum: General Differential Questions
Topic: auburn hp suitability and preservation
Replies: 14
Views: 23534

Re: auburn hp suitability and preservation

The reason people don't care, is that they are trying to scrape by and resentful of overpaid managers who couldn't manage their way out of a paper bag. In my feeble way of thinking, every CEO should be able to do every job. A long time ago, the owner of a business taught me that there is a right way...
by plumsauce
Tue Jan 27, 2015 4:09 pm
Forum: General Differential Questions
Topic: auburn hp suitability and preservation
Replies: 14
Views: 23534

Re: auburn hp suitability and preservation

No disagreement on that one. Just remember though ... just like sh** flows downhill ... so does the attitude of a business. If a CEO does not lead by example, the front line will always produce sh**ty results. Yes, there will be the few who resist and put their best into the job, but they will be th...
by plumsauce
Mon Jan 26, 2015 12:20 am
Forum: General Differential Questions
Topic: auburn hp suitability and preservation
Replies: 14
Views: 23534

Re: auburn hp suitability and preservation

mOST OF THE TIME WHEN WE RECEIVE POSI UNITS THE RETAINING BOLT WAS NOT EVEN SCREWED IN ALL THE WAY. New in the box :) This is why most companies expect a professional install. I know you're not joking, but someone could just as easily say that when they buy a product they expect it to be properly a...
by plumsauce
Sat Jan 24, 2015 7:16 pm
Forum: General Differential Questions
Topic: auburn hp suitability and preservation
Replies: 14
Views: 23534

Re: auburn hp suitability and preservation

Glad I asked, because here is what the Auburn installation PDF says: 3. Install pinion shaft through the case and pinions, aligning the hole in the shaft with the lock screw hole. Install lock screw and torque to 20 - 25 lb ft. And that is only on C clip type installs which require removing the shaf...
by plumsauce
Sat Jan 24, 2015 2:12 pm
Forum: General Differential Questions
Topic: auburn hp suitability and preservation
Replies: 14
Views: 23534

Re: auburn hp suitability and preservation

Hi Jim, Thanks for taking the time to answer. The taxi specials were basically police package units with the slant six engine substituion. HUGE brakes, good suspension. Looks like the HP is a better choice than the PRO given the difference in preload springs. Is that cross shaft pinion retaining bol...
by plumsauce
Sat Jan 24, 2015 11:49 am
Forum: General Differential Questions
Topic: auburn hp suitability and preservation
Replies: 14
Views: 23534

auburn hp suitability and preservation

Hi, First, a little bit of background to set the scene. The two vehicles with limited slip differentials which were the most pleasing to drive were: a) 1973 Firebird Trans Am with 455 HO, Turbohydromatic 400, 3.08:1 rear b) 1984 'ish Dodge Diplomat taxi special with Slant Six and 727 Torqueflite. I ...