G 10 1/2 Ton Van V8-305 5.0L VIN H 4-bbl (1984)
Axle Shaft Assembly: Description and Operation
Chevrolet Full Floating
Fig. 5 Full floating rear axle
The straddle mounted drive pinion is supported at the front by two opposed tapered roller bearings. The pinion gear roller bearing consists of an outer
race and roller assembly and a precision ground diameter on the pinion pilot functions as an inner race.
On units with 10-1/2 inch ring gear, Fig. 5, side bearing preload and ring gear to pinion backlash are controlled by side bearing adjusting rings
threaded into the carrier. Pinion depth is controlled by a shim located between the pinion bearing retainer assembly and axle housing.
