The Build – Part 5
The rear bulkhead builds much like the front one. This should be a quick and easy step.
Build Notes: There are few areas where you will be screwing into aluminum objects. Don’t forget your loctite!
Pay close attention the installation of you rear diff. It is crucial that it is installing in the correct direction.
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Start off this step by opening up your FF bag. Once again, you’ll see the included Factory Team parts in here.
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Build your rear CVA exactly like you built the front one. Make sure to use plenty of grease on both the ball end (when installing the boot) and the joint end.
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Insert the two bearings and the diff pinion gear into the rear bulkhead.
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Attach the rear CVA assembly to the diff pinion gear. Don’t forget your loctite here on the set screw.
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Time to install the aluminum C-plate. First off, push the 2-dot hinge pin bushings into place, making sure the dots are in the down position. Attach the block to the rear bulkhead.
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Install the rear body mount to the rear shock tower. Pay close attention to the direction of the tower. The machined side should be AWAY from the mount.
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Attach the shock tower to the bulkhead.
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Grab your rear diff and slide a shim onto each side.
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Insert the diff into the rear bulkhead. Note the direction of the diff (VERY IMPORTANT) and make sure the shims are INSIDE the rear bulkhead.
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Attach the bulkhead cap. Make sure you don’t pinch the diff shims.
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Screw the upper shock mounts into place. Use a little loctite here to help prevent the screws from loosening up.
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Finally, attach the rear bulkhead brace. This might need to swivel while installing this bulkhead to the chassis so don’t tighten this screw down all the way yet.
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There are few areas where you will be screwing into aluminum objects. Don’t forget your loctite!
