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Bench Torque Test

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9.75 Inch Ring Gear, Special Tool:




10.25 Inch Ring Gear, Special Tools:





BENCH TORQUE TEST





1. Check the torque required to rotate one differential side gear.
^ Mount the differential case and Traction-Lok Torque Tool in a vise.
^ The initial minimum break-away torque, if original clutch plates are used, must be within specification. The minimum rotating torque required to keep the differential side gear turning with new clutch plates may vary.