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Thanks all. Where’s best place to buy a new ring and pinion set? I see Lang’s and Snyders has them. Is it worth trying to find a good used set now that I have an idea of what bad looks like?

Another shot

Here’s the other one

Ok I tore apart the other two axles I had. One had bronze washers while other was still Babbitt. These might be in a little better shape. One of the diff housing is different, has studs rather than bolts.

Thanks all for your insight. I’ve got a couple other rear axles I can tear into to see if I’ve got another gear set in better shape than this one.

Appreciate the help!

Here's pics of the pinion gear

The wear on the axle doesnt bother me if the bearing surface is close to standard. 1.062". measure the gear & differential housing for wear. You should see 1.807" & 1.812" respectively if not worn. I would also change the gears. Do it right one time. Where am I measuring on the gear and differentia...

Have a speedster build and tearing apart a rear axle I’ve got. Looking for input on whether new ring and pinion is warranted. Also I see some wear on axle, Babbitt thrust washer was broken when I tore apart so assuming it caused the wear?