Originally Posted By jcc
It has yet to be proven what exactly could be deflecting with a 8.75. I am not convinced the ring is not also a contributor here.


I agree, deflection of both undoubtedly contributes to gear tooth failure and the avalanche that follows. I believe that, under severe stress, the carrier bearing preload disappears and allows the ring gear to be deflected enough to lose the contact patch.

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