How do I identify my rear end?
Visual Differential Identification Without an ID tag, differentials are identified by the number of cover bolts, the distinctive shape of the cover, the number of ring gear bolts, and ring gear diameter. They can also be identified by whether the center section is an integral or dropout design.
How can I tell if my Ford is 8-inch or 9 inch?
There’s an easy way to tell an 8-inch apart from a 9-inch. All of the 8-inch case nuts can be accessed with a socket. In contrast, on the 9-inch, two nuts on the bottom at about the 6 and 7 o’clock positions cannot be accessed with a socket and require a wrench.
How do I find the axle ratio on my Ford VIN number?
How Do I Find the Axle Ratio and Limited Slip of My Ford Vehicle?
- Locate the Safety Compliance Certification Label on the driver’s side front or rear door panel.
- Find the word AXLE under the bar code.
- Find the two-digit code under AXLE.
How to rebuild the differential on a Ford Model A?
The Model A Ford Differential: The rebuilding of the Model A Ford differential, in addition to replacing worn or damaged parts, should take into consideration three distinct adjustments. First: the carrier bearing pre-load. Second: the pinion bearing pre-load. Third: the ring & pinion gear backlash.
When did the Ford Model A and Model B get new numbers?
As a matter of Ford process, all Model A parts which were also used on the Model B were renumbered by Ford in 1932 with new prefixes, and starting with no suffix. The ‘AB’ and ‘ABF’ prefixes were issued by Ford in very early 1932, and were quickly superseded by the typical ‘B’ and ‘BF’ prefixes.
When did the Ford pinion and ring set come out?
Early 1928 non-threaded pinion and ring set for use with the early drive shaft that was threaded for the pinion bearing lock nuts. Standard ratio used with 14.9 HP (R.A.C.) British Model AF Fords. Typical Production Model AF and BF threaded pinion and ring set.
