OldTires

Hello every one, I am getting ready to install a new (used JY) Dana 30 HP to replace the old one that is rusting out.

I can't find the original torx bolts that press into the link handle (below is the old one - broke the other bolt).




Managed to get a different one which is pretty close but it does not press into the handle like the original. It stays loose and wiggles a little bit in the eyelet.




Can it work like this, being a little loose?

Thank you.

Fred/N0AZZ

NO, not if you can't tighten the nut.

OldTires

So if I can tighten the nut on the bushing enough to take out the wiggle then it is okay?

Fred/N0AZZ

I can't answer that question for you, but I would not if it were mine YMMV.


I can't stand it when something isn't installed correctly, or safely in my mind anyway.

OldTires

Thanks, Fred.

I think I understand what you are saying.