I have discovered that the corner of 1 tooth on my pinion gear has a chip/chunk out. I found the remnants in the bottom of the housing. there is no damage to any other gears. In that I have not yet driven it I don't know if there was any noise or how long it may have been like this. Finding a replacement, I have been told, it going to be a challenge. Any thoughts on repairing it, or filing the edge and let it be?
the part numbers are as follows;
drive pinion 314961 drive (ring) gear 314958 (confirmed from the gear) ring and pinion matched set 543276 whole assembly 314841 4.66 ratio
I was able to get the part number from the ring gear and the book gave me the other numbers to go with that gear.
Unfortunately I have the truck on stands to renew all the brakes and too close to the wall to get a slide hammer on one axle to remove it. So until I get the front wheels on and can move it over safely I do not have the diff out.
I appreciate any help and advice.
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