<VV> old pinion gear on new shaft?

[BobHelt at aol.com]

In a message dated 9/16/05 6:30:11 PM US Mountain Standard Time, 
jmac2112 at adelphia.net writes:

> Anyway, I'd like to know if it is the norm to be able to install an old 
> gear 
> on a new shaft, or if you have to use both a new gear and a new shaft. 

I can't speak from experience, but I would avoid doing it in your case. At 
the factory these two parts are heat shrunk in place. Your pinion MUST be worn 
some, so I doubt that it will be a permanent fix for you. Why take a chance?

Regards,
Bob Helt