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Here is one I built, works very well

JSeery, That is the exact point of my starting the thread, just a couple of thou on the flanges will have a large impact on the back-lash! For me, two thou change in gasket thickness gave over three thou change in back-lash! I am leaning towards dry.

Thanks guys! The warning to NOT CHASE threads in the banjo housing is right on! A couple of other tips for those reading this thread - Proto sells a dial inch-pound torque wrench with memory needle - great for pinion bearing preload. A couple of fine thread bolts made into studs can be loosely...

OK, What if any sealer would you use on the axle housing to carrier gaskets for the banjo style rear end? Given that the gaskets set the pre-load and back-lash using RTV or similar might not be a good idea? What about a light coating of grease? Thanks