stock 10 bolt...is this normal?

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Jul 3, 2010 | 11:10 AM

BOA279

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stock 10 bolt...is this normal?

Is it normal for the axles to slide in and out about 1/4 inch? I noticed it today when playing with my brakes. I can grab my tires and slide it in and out 1/4 inch.

Jul 3, 2010 | 11:18 AM

ws6fitz

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Mine doesnt do that.

Jul 3, 2010 | 11:54 AM

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mine do that, from what i was told.. worn out C clips

Jul 3, 2010 | 01:28 PM

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The axles are only held in place by the clips on the ends inside the carrier. A little bit of play is normal, a lot of play indicates something is worn.

Jul 3, 2010 | 02:06 PM

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The axles are only held in place by the clips on the ends inside the carrier. A little bit of play is normal, a lot of play indicates something is worn.

yep, they are gonna have some play from usage. Its in the design.

Jul 6, 2010 | 08:34 AM

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Ummm, that doesnt sound safe. id have a look in that diff, and see why so much movement. our cars go fast, wheel fly off = paralized or death.
It's not a rock crawler......

Jul 6, 2010 | 09:52 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by DaddySS

The axles are only held in place by the clips on the ends inside the carrier. A little bit of play is normal, a lot of play indicates something is worn.

Exactly

Anyone know the best place to get new C clips? Dealer?

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Jul 6, 2010 | 10:53 AM

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I doubt the c-clips are worn. It is rare for them to wear out due to the fact it is a hardened piece of steel. Most likely your positraction is worn allowing there to be extra play between the end of the button on the axle and the cross pin shaft. 1/4" is excessive and I would definately have it checked out. You may end up needing a new positraction.

Jeff