Chuzie's monster transformation

[chuzie]

I pulled it apart today. The damage was not as catastrophic as we originally thought. The ring and pinion were worn abnormally, the case was notched slightly by the ring gear but not enough to compromise the structural integrity of the case. The bearings appeared to be okay but they are getting replaced as a precaution. No other damage that I see. Should finish the setup tomorrow.

I did find the remains of a seal spring stuck to my magnet in the bottom of the axle housing although all three seals in the rear end have their springs accounted for. Not sure where it came from.

Gotta go find a large torque wrench tomorrow because we don't have one that goes that high and I am not taking my chances with the impact this time. Also bought a spare nut for final assembly.


Found out the other day my foot is fractured in multiple places. Joy!