Powertrax 9010 - Manual (Page 3)

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Background Information
vehicle). This manual covers both types of Differential and Carri-
er Assembly, but note that the pictures are of a removable third
memeber.
The LOCK-RIGHT is designed to fit into standard open
differential cases only, not into limited-slip cases. If your vehicle
contains a limited-slip unit you will need to purchase a standard
open differential case, side gears, thrust washers and long pinion
shaft (and also the two short shafts if it is a four-pinion unit) be-
fore proceeding.
A word about side gear thrust washers: All differentials
originally had a thrust washer under each side gear. Thrust wash-
ers are large in diameter and between about 1/32-inch (.031, or
0,76-mm) and 1/16-inch (.062, or 1,52-mm) thick. If either one
or both are missing from the original differential, obtain new
one(s) before proceeding!
The LOCK-RIGHT is designed to be used with
a correct thrust washer under each side gear, and failure to use
this washer is easy to observe during inspection and will void the
warranty.
Remember: This instruction manual is provided for your
convienience to assist you or your mechanic with the installation
of your new LOCK-RIGHT. However, the ultimate responsibility
for the success of your installation and the subsequent proper
operation of your vehicle rest with you, the vehicle owner.
When your installation is complete, you will have a vehi-
cle with significantly increased capabilities. For continued “fun in
the sun,” operate it in a safe and responsible manner. Be sure to
read and understand the driving information in the LOCK-RIGHT
Vehicle Owner’s Manual!
The differential case is the round housing inside the rear
axle assembly to which the ring gear is bolted and which contains
the differential spider and side gear assembly. It is installed in
the differential carrier, which is the housing that holds the case,
drive pinion gear, bearings, etc. The carrier may be removable
(as part of a “drop-out” unit, or third member), or it may be in-
tegral (as a permanent part of the axle assembly, mounted in the