Ring and Pinion Shims

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Nov 2, 2004 | 10:07 PM

Kyrasis6

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Ring and Pinion Shims

Does anybody know where to get shims for mazda rear ends to adjust your backlash??

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K6

Nov 3, 2004 | 01:38 AM

RETed

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I don't think there are shims?
Welp, at least in 2G RX-7's, there are adjustment "cogs" that allow you to shift the ring gear to each side.

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Nov 3, 2004 | 07:11 AM

Rx7carl

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Exactly. You dont use shims to adjust backlash, you use the side adjusters. The shim stes pinion height only.

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