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Dana Model 18 Intermediate Gear Tapered Bearings Question

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by jeep peep69, Mar 6, 2021.

  1. jeep peep69

    jeep peep69 Member

    I’m installing a tapered bearing kit in my transfer case do I need to use the thrust washers? I tried but they won’t fit between the gear and the case.
     
    jeep peep69, Mar 6, 2021
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  2. oldtime

    oldtime oldtime

    Not used because the intermediate gear end thrust is controlled by the tapered roller bearings.
     
    oldtime, Mar 6, 2021
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  3. jeep peep69

    jeep peep69 Member

    Ok thank you. I set it just like you do wheel bearings.
     
    jeep peep69, Mar 6, 2021
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  4. colojeepguy

    colojeepguy Colorado Springs

    As I recall, there's instructions with the kit about setting bearing preload and yes, it's like setting wheel bearings.
     
    colojeepguy, Mar 7, 2021
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