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Project Snake Charmer Rearend Gear Marking

After installing the pinion gear and setting pinion depth, the differential and its mounted ring gear and bearings are placed into the housing with a preliminary shim pack. Gear-marking compound is used on the ring-gear teeth, and the ring gear is inspected for the proper pattern and backlash via a dial indicator.
Factory Five Roadster Build Part 6 - Rearend Install

After installing the pinion gear and setting pinion depth, the differential and its mounted ring gear and bearings are placed into the housing with a preliminary shim pack. Gear-marking compound is used on the ring-gear teeth, and the ring gear is inspected for the proper pattern and backlash via a dial indicator.  View Related Article

 

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