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Dana 18 Intermediate Gear Machining For Tapered Roller Bearings

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by TIm E, Apr 20, 2020.

  1. Apr 20, 2020
    TIm E

    TIm E Aggressively average

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    Fairly comprehensive video on how to machine a Dana 18 intermediate gear for tapered roller bearings if anyone is interested in the process...

     
    TIm E, Apr 20, 2020
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    colojeepguy

    colojeepguy Colorado Springs

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    When I did mine I couldn't find anyone local to do the job (the gear is made out of very hard material). I sent it to Mcruff in Alabama and he did a great job for a reasonable price.
     
    colojeepguy, Apr 20, 2020
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    Mcruff

    Mcruff Earlycj5 Machinist

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    He uses a lathe, I do mine on a mill. The advantage to doing it my way is no soft jaw costs. I am also able to adjust for some of the crappy tolerances on the original gears, and some of them are horrible.
     
    Mcruff, Apr 20, 2020
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