93TAJ.C.

iTrader: (1)

Im using this kit to go from my 3.23's to 3.73's. What tools will i need to do it? Iv got about evry tool you could think of, but this is one thing iv never done. I need like a dial indicator and some other **** right?

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/CM...1/?image=large

kinglt-1

iTrader: (26)

A dial indicator is the only special tool needed, basic tools will take care of the rest.

moderate Z28

That link is for a 2 series carrier bro. If your car came with 3.23's you need the 3 series.

wrd1972

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Must haves:
Hydraulic press for removing and installing bearings.
Dial indicator as mentioned by /\
Brass punch or other tool for installing pinion bearing rings in the housing
Jack handle and breaker bar for getting extra leverage to crush the crush sleeve
Pinion nut socket (1.125") IIRC.
Gear marking compound

Optional:
Air tools and especially a 1/2 impact
Pinion depth setting tool

93TAJ.C.

iTrader: (1)

Yeah i know i need a series 3, i dont know why i put a series 2 kit up. I think i'll have a shop do it, i dont have a freaking press right now.

RamAir95TA

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Honestly, I would let a shop do it. Setting pinion depth, pattern, valve lash, and the overall install procedure can be quite a daunting task without any prior experience.

duh

iTrader: (16)

Last I checked around out here it was like $250 for an install....IMO alot cheaper to do that then have a car torn apart and a big headache of getting it back together. A competent shop should get it done in a day. Make sure to find someone good though, otherwise you run the risk of a noisy rear, and that's not fun.

1redta

you also need an inch/lb torque wrench

wrd1972

iTrader: (12)

To do it right yup.
I forgot that tool in my list above.

shbox

Add to that, years of experience setting up gears (unless you just gotta do it yourself and are ok with experimenting and maybe ruining some gears). Even the people that do it for a living don't get it right the first time.

ss.slp.ls1

iTrader: (36)

Well said.

93TAJ.C.

iTrader: (1)

yeah im gunna pull the rear, take it to a shop, and let them do it. Iv seen alot of gears whine with a bad install too. I know the risks.