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Old 06-05-2011, 10:56 PM
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The guys that do this a lot (rear end shop) usually use a modified impact gun if they are using a solid spacer. Once they get the inch pound preload right with the correct length sleeve and any necessary shims the ultimate torque spec for the new pinion nut is not that critical (as long as it stays tight) .
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