RAM 3500 Truck 2WD V10-8.0L VIN W (1997)
Be sure the front case sector bore, vent tube, and mounting studs are in good condition. Replace the extension oil seal if it is cut, or torn. Also check the
retaining ring in the extension interior. This ring secures the mainshaft output bearing to the extension.
The extension has a bushing at the rear. If the bushing is worn, remove the seal. Then remove the bushing by cutting and collapsing it with a cape chisel.
A new bushing can be installed with any suitable size installer tool similar to 5065 or 5062, or equivalents.
Slide the PTO gear onto the input gear and check fit. Replace either gear if any gear teeth, or splines are damaged. Also check the bearing/seal surface of
the input gear. Small scratches on this surface can be smoothed with 320/400 grit emery cloth if necessary.
The various snap rings used in the adapter should be replaced during overhaul. This is recommended as some of the snap rings can be distorted during
removal. A distorted snap ring will not seat properly.
Inspect the bearings carefully. Rotate them by hand and check for noise or roughness. Replace any bearing exhibiting roughness, noise, or visible surface
damage of the rollers or bearing balls.
Check the splines and gear teeth on the PTO gear, mainshaft, and shift sleeve. Replace any component exhibiting damage.
Install new O-rings on the poppet screw and in the sector shaft bore. Do not reuse the original O-rings.
Check condition of the plastic inserts on the shift fork. Be sure the inserts are not worn through, or otherwise damaged. Replace the fork if worn, or
damaged in any way.
