Diff rebuild - installing C-clip (shims) and preload

dre99gsx · 08-02-2019, 11:15 PM

Having trouble creating carrier preload with the 188k shim (c-clip). As soon as I build up the shims or use thicker C-clips to try and get a few extra in-lb of preload on the carrier, I can't get the c-clip to seat into the groove.

If I hammer / punch it in, then it's a nightmare to remove with my heavy duty c-clip remover

Any tip on doing this? I am tempted to get it under a press to apply some amount of pressure on the carrier while I try to seat the C-clip, but there must be an easier way.

Vanne · 01-07-2020, 10:22 AM

Did u figure this out yet? Doing mine soon.

08-02-2019, 11:15 PM	#1
dre99gsx Captain 508 Rep 911 Posts Drives: 1994 Toyota Supra Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: NJ iTrader: (2)	Diff rebuild - installing C-clip (shims) and preload Having trouble creating carrier preload with the 188k shim (c-clip). As soon as I build up the shims or use thicker C-clips to try and get a few extra in-lb of preload on the carrier, I can't get the c-clip to seat into the groove. If I hammer / punch it in, then it's a nightmare to remove with my heavy duty c-clip remover Any tip on doing this? I am tempted to get it under a press to apply some amount of pressure on the carrier while I try to seat the C-clip, but there must be an easier way. __________________ Andre - 2J into a Z4 Coupe!
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01-07-2020, 10:22 AM	#2
Vanne Down Under!! 1621 Rep 4,294 Posts Drives: 2007 Z4MC Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Dubai iTrader: (4)	Did u figure this out yet? Doing mine soon.
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