I have just started on the second half/rear end of my axle swap to remove the dreaded Dana 35 and replace it with a Dana 44. I have been inspecting just about everything because I plan on using parts from my old 35 and new 44 together.
Anyways, I have removed both rear shafts and found that the shaft bearing, the one that is pressed onto the actual shaft, seems to have sliding movement about a 1/4in. I think it's just the cage that hold the barrels not the inner race. Is this normal? Any cause for concern? It is the same on driver and passenger side but I thought I would just double check in case I need to invest in a HF press...
Thanks!
Anyways, I have removed both rear shafts and found that the shaft bearing, the one that is pressed onto the actual shaft, seems to have sliding movement about a 1/4in. I think it's just the cage that hold the barrels not the inner race. Is this normal? Any cause for concern? It is the same on driver and passenger side but I thought I would just double check in case I need to invest in a HF press...
Thanks!