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    What kind of springs are you using? If they're leaf springs, you'll need sliders to keep from binding up the rear suspension.

    BTW, Dave started posting back when computers were kerosine-powered.
    Last edited by Henry Rifle; 10-29-2007 at 08:55 PM.
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    wondering what the pinion angle should be in relation to the driveshaft
    The pinion angle is a function of the tranny output shaft angle.
    If the tranny is down 2 degrees, the pinion should be up 2 degrees.

    Typical universal joints are designed to operate within 3 degrees of offset.
    Any angle beyond that may cause binding.

    An angle of 0 will not cause the u-joint needle bearings to rotate as they should upon proper installation.

    BTW, Dave started posting back when computers were kerosine-powered.
    I'm pretty sure Dave had an Eniac account in 1955.
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