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How To Install New Rear-End Gears In A Ford Mustang - Part 1 - Research

1,407 views · Published 18 January 2014 · 9:03 · Indexed 26 October 2026

Channel: PowerSports · 2014 · Gaming

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Before starting any serious mechanical project, it is a very smart idea to do as much research as possible.  The first thing I did, was to jump onto the instructions at http://www.americanmuscle.com/differential-gear-install.html, and type up all the tools and parts that I would need, that did not come with the install kit, "Ford Racing 3.73 Gears and Install Kit", http://www.americanmuscle.com/373-gear-oil-kit-1014.html, which was advertised as a complete kit, and apparently is not, as it is missing blue locktite, lock wire, gasket making material, and a purpose-built bar tool.  The other missing tools are going to be easy to get, whether I rent them from Autozone, or buy them from Harbor Freight or Walmart.

Also, I decided to type a really quick breakdown of the steps that will be involved in what is likely going to be a multi-day project:
 - Lift Car
 - Unbolt Brake Line Hangar(s)
 - Remove Wheels & Tires
 - Unbolt Calipers
 - Open Differential Case
 - Unlock Axles
 - Pull Axles
 - Pull Driveshaft & U-Joint
 - Replace Gears
 - Measure Gear Placement While Banging Head Against A Wall Because It Has To Be Absolutely Perfect Without The Slightest Deviation Whatsoever
 - Replace Parts
 - Test Drive

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