Rear Axle End Float and bearing replacement

[petertrs]

I have a V8 engined, 5 speed  TR7 with the semi floating rear axle. Does anyone know what the end float should be for this axle. To my mind I have too much end float although no oil leaks or bearing noise.I understand that replacing the bearing assembly can be tricky - any advise or experience. Is the end float established by a collapsable spacer or shims. The Haynes manual isn't any help.

Thanks,

Peter

[BlueTR3A-5EKT]

Interesting.

I do not know the answer beyond what I have read here

https://www.triumphexp.com/forum/tr7-and-tr8-forum.3/brake-warning-and-rear-axle-question.1675539/

 

[petertrs]

Thanks for the reply Peter and also the link.

Having talked to Steve of S&S it appears that the end float is not uncommon and is more to do with the manufacturing tolernces of both the shaft and housing locators for the bearings.

However having found the end float it continues to dwell in my mind when driving so I will continue to investigate and would welcome any other input.

Peter