Yeah, I fully expect that there is no way to get them completely quiet. I just thought I would try to reduce the noise some and at the same time experiment with the set-up to learn on a set of gears that I really can't hurt.
I'll blow it apart today and see what I can do.
Now, is it realistic to expect to be able to remove the pinion bearing without ruining it? And tips, tricks, or suggestions are welcome.
yes but the tools are not cheap.
TOOLING.
I have bought "set up bearings" for the more popular rear ends. IE: buy a new bearing, dremel sand the center to allow a slip fit on the pinion. You can now use it to get the desired shim thickness without destroying the bearing removing it. Once you have you pattern where you want it, press a new bearing on and assemble.
Another method is used on the 9" ford (I think). They put the shims behind the race
