Dana 44 Axleshaft - LOCK and LOAD
Here you can see the pattern created as the ring gear meshes with the pinion. Pinion depth and carrier shimming are two factors that can affect the pattern. Basically, it's a trial-and-error setup where you're looking for a balance between the drive side and coast side of the gears. The more balanced the pattern, the quieter and more smoothly the gears will operate.
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