Weber State University (WSU) - Automotive Technology Department - Transmission Lab. We take on a fun and unusual project, the overhaul and restoration of the rear differential of a 1963 Chevrolet Biscayne. This 8.2" type 3 differential was used by General Motors from 1955-1964. The differential design utilizes threaded adjustable side bearing spacers to control side bearing preload and backlash.

This video is part one of a four-part series on the overhaul and restoration process. Part one includes the disassembly and inspection of differential assembly. Part two includes the positraction differential case setup and overhaul, Part three includes differential case problems found. Part four will include the complete reassembly and proper setup of the differential case in the housing including pinion depth shim selection, pinion bearing preload adjustment, side bearing preload, backlash adjustment, and contact pattern reading and adjustment.

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This video was created and edited by John D. Kelly at WSU. For a full biography, see http://www.weber.edu/automotive/J_Kel...

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