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OregonRuby230

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Rear Axle different lengths?
« on: March 11, 2024, 05:13:30 »
I replaced all the bearings and seals on my rear axle. I unfortunately didn’t label the shafts. Now I’m second guessing which one goes where?? LONG shaft is 27-15/16” SHORT shaft is 27-5/16” such a small difference, i’m afraid they may fit but be wrong??? Which shaft goes on the driver side (LHD)
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Re: Rear Axle different lengths?
« Reply #1 on: March 11, 2024, 18:00:53 »
Are there part numbers stamped on them?
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Re: Rear Axle different lengths?
« Reply #2 on: March 11, 2024, 18:30:09 »
Hi,
maybe this can help.
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« Last Edit: March 11, 2024, 18:50:13 by WRe »
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Re: Rear Axle different lengths?
« Reply #3 on: March 11, 2024, 19:04:01 »
I will check but I don’t recall seeing a stamp.
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Re: Rear Axle different lengths?
« Reply #4 on: March 11, 2024, 19:05:50 »
Thank you,
It seems the longer shaft is on the left side.
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Re: Rear Axle different lengths?
« Reply #5 on: March 12, 2024, 05:06:53 »
Yep, longer shaft goes on the left side.
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Re: Rear Axle different lengths?
« Reply #6 on: March 12, 2024, 09:18:50 »
Thanks. Joe. for the verification.
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