In High Performance for Differentials, Axles, & Drivelines  Author Joseph Palazzolo will explain how to diagnose and repair your driveline. He will also explain terms to make sure the upgrades you make meet your end objectives and you aren't just wasting your hard earned time and money.

Contents:

Chapter 1: Rear Axle Fundamentals

•  Driveline Overview
• Axle Overview
• Finding the right parts and service
• Summary

Chapter 2: Factory Rear Axle Housings

• Beam Axles
• Independent Carrier Axles
• Axel Shaft Retention Methods
• Axles Tubes
• Axle Housings
• Summary

Chapter 3: Rebuilding the Rear Axle

• Common Axle Problems
• Vehicle Preparation
• Axle Disassembly
• Cleaning and Inspection
• Axle Reassembly
• Summary

Chapter 4: Factory Limited-Slip Differentials

• Determining Limited-Slip vs. Open Differential
• Tear-Down Process
• Checking the Parts for Wear
• Rebuild Process
• Final Assembly and Performance
• GM-Style Limited-Slip Differential
• Cone-Style Limited-Slip Differential
• Ford Mustang Differential
• Summary

Chapter 5: Aftermarket Differentials

• Limited-Slip Differentials
• Open Differential
• Spools and Mini-Spools
• Lockers
• Helical Technology
• Viscous Control Technology
• Torque Vectoring
• Summary

Chapter 6: Ring and Pinion Gears

• Torque Multiplication
• Hypoid vs. Spiral Bevel Gear Systems
• Hypoid Mounting Dimensions
• Tire Size and Gear Ratio
• Gear Manufacturing
• Gear Tooth Geometry
• Disassembly and Assembly of Ring and Pinion Gears
• Setting Gear Contact Pattern
• Ring and Pinion Break-In Procedure
• Speedometer Accuracy
• Summary

Chapter 7: Axel Shafts

• Axle Shaft Function
• Axle Shaft Geometry and Nomenclature
• Materials and Manufacturing Methods
• Spline Details
• Bearing Surfaces
• Flange, Lug Studs and Nuts
• Summary

Chapter 8: Driveshafts, Universal Joints and Pinion Angle

• Driveshaft Considerations
• Retention Methods
• Sizes
• Vibrations
• Joint Angles
• Lubrication
• Summary

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