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Old 06-13-2003, 01:06 PM
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Question ring and pinion question

I'm looking for a little more info on a question that was answered a while ago. If I'm adjusting the backlash and preload of the ring and pinion in a differential what should I use to get the contact pattern of the teeth? The shop manual says to use "red lead" and I have no idea what that is. I have also been told that you can use lipstick or white grease. What does everyone recommend?

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Jay
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