R Haug wrote:
> DATSFUN wrote:
>
> > removing the ring gear seems simple enough, heating with a torch - no
> > worry of damage its trashed already.
>
> It is possible to turn the ring gear over and use the other side sometimes.
>You can take a
> hammer and punch and drive the ring gear off.
>
> > But, how hot do you need to get the new ring gear to install, can you do it
>in an oven at say
> > 450
>
> I have done this. I leave the flywheel out side in a cool place like the
>garage. I get it
> ready to go with the ring gear side up. :-)
>
> Then I put the new ring gear in the oven. Bake for 10 or 15 minutes.
> Grab it with some pliers or oven mitts and run to the garage. It sould slip
>on with no
> trouble. Just let it cool off. I have done it a few times and worked fine
>for me. I got this
> tip from Martha S. Its a good thing. ;^)
> Bob
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