OK, here's an update.
First of all, I
think pulling the diff on a CSX might be easier than dropping a full size lakewood bell from a CSX. Maybe.
Huge PITA. Glad I got to do both in the last few days.
No way to "pop the cover and take a peek" at all.
Anyway, my "clutch" problem is solved - I sheared one of the stub axles (left rear)
. I was impressed with the beefy Dana rear end in these cars (yes Pat it has 4 spider gears), but a little surprised at the puny stub axles.
Dana rear end
Spider gears
Broken axle (diff is upside down on table, it was left rear)
Any suggestions on how to upgrade the axles? There's a local shop here that specializes in Jag rear ends and can do the work, but guidance on upgrades would be helpful.
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