Spicer Drive Axles Service Manual Wheel Reduction Drive Axles (EA-50) - Manual (Page 15)

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DRYING
INSPECTION
GEARS
SPLINES
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CLEANING
1. 1. 1. 1. 1. Parts should be cleaned with emulsion cleaners or
petroleum base cleaning solvent.
3. 3. 3. 3. 3. Clean all gasket surfaces of old material.
2. 2. 2. 2. 2. Make sure interior of axle housing is clean prior to
reassembly.
After drying, parts should be coated with a light coat
of lubricant or rust inhibitor to prevent damage from
corrosion. If parts are to be stored for a prolonged
period, they should be wrapped in wax paper.
Use soft, clean, lintless towels or rags to dry compo-
nents after cleaning. Bearings should NOT be dried by
spinning with compressed air. This can damage mating
surfaces due to the lack of lubrication.
Inspect gears for excessive wear or damage. Replace
gears that are pitted, scored, broken, or worn.
SHAFTS
Inspect shafts for nicks or scoring.
HOUSINGS
Inspect thrust washers for scoring and cracking.
Inspect housing for stripped threads and bending
fatigue.
Inspect all splines for excessive wear, distortion from
twisting, and cracking.
BEARINGS
Prior to reassembly, inspect parts for signs of excessive
wear or damage. Replacement of these parts can
prevent premature failure and costly downtime.
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Bearing surfaces should be inspected for pitting,
excessive wear, or overheating.
THRUST WASHERS