Part Description: 2007 Chevrolet Corvette Gear Set, Differential Ring & Drive Pinion
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Vehicle Fitment
2007 Chevrolet Corvette | Base | 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
FAQ for Ring And Pinion Repair
Q: What kind of tools will be required before selecting the Drive Pinion Shim?
A:
The tools required include DT-48009 Shim Selection Adapters, J 42168-1 Shim Measuring Tool, J 42168-9 Shim Measuring Tool, J 42168-11 Shim Measuring Tool, and J 42173 Getrag Axle Ring Gear Holder.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What kind of tools will be required in the replacement of the Drive Pinion?
A:
The tools required include the DT-48005 Pinion Bearing Remover, DT-48007 Spline Holder, J 8433 Two Jaw Puller, J 42162 Getrag Axle Side Gear Compressor, J 42164 Getrag Axle Pinion Gear Holder, J 42166 Getrag Axle Front Pinion Bearing Remover and J 42172 Getrag Axle Bearing Race Installer.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What kind of tools will be required while assembling the Ring Gear and Differential Housing?
A:
The tools required include J 42162 Getrag Axle Side Gear Compressor, J 42170 Getrag Axle Bearing Race Installer, and J 42173 Getrag Axle Ring Gear Holder.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What should be learned about before assembling the Ring Gear and Differential Housing?
A:
Friction discs and separator plates develop specific wear patterns and are a matched set. During disc and plate installation, the components must be installed in the specific order in which they were removed.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What should be noticed while servicing the Drive Pinion?
A:
The spacer is specific for the bearing set and must be used to achieve the proper bearing preload. The pinion bearings, spacer, and housing/cage must be replaced as a set.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What should be noticed before selecting the Drive Pinion Shim?
A:
The pinion depth adjustment procedure and shim selection must be performed before the pinion shaft and housing assembly.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What kind of tools will be required while disassembling the Ring Gear and Differential Housing?
A:
The tools required include J 8433 Two Jaw Puller, J-42159-A Differential Side Bearing Remover, J 42162 Getrag Axle Side Gear Compressor, and J 42173 Getrag Axle Ring Gear Holder.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What kind of tools will be required while selecting the Drive Pinion Shim?
A:
The tools required include J 42168-1 Shim Measuring Tool, J 42168-2 Shim Measuring Tool, J 42168-9 Shim Measuring Tool, J 42168-11 Shim Measuring Tool, and J 42173 Getrag Axle Ring Gear Holder.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What should be learned about before disassembling the Ring Gear and Differential Housing?
A:
Friction discs and separator plates develop specific wear patterns and are a matched set. During disc and plate removal, the components must be retained in the specific order in which they were removed.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What is the proper way to assemble the Drive Pinion?
A:
The proper way is to install the bearing, assemble the pinion shaft, spacer, and bearing into the housing/cage, press the bearing onto the pinion shaft, and stake the areas of the nut into the notches at the end of the pinion shaft, and measure the rotating torque of the pinion shaft.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
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FAQ for Other Repair Info
Q: What should be noticed while removing the Differential Cooler Pump?
A:
You should note the location of the cover rear bolt/stud for assembly and the alignment of the out shaft of the Differential and the input shaft for the pump.
Q: What is the removal procedure for the Left Differential Carrier Cover and Seal?
A:
You shall remove the LH rear tire and wheel assembly, the LH wheel drive shaft, the LH muffler assembly, the damper/tuned absorber, the Differential Cover, and the O-ring seal.
Q: What should be noted when removing the Wheel Drive Shaft Inner Joint and Seal?
A:
All traces of old grease and any contaminates must be removed when cleaning the inner race, the outer race, the cage, the balls, and the axle shaft exposed end with clean solvent.