Dana 44 ring gear bolts, tightening sequence

[muskrat]

Morning. My Chiltons manual doesn't list anything when it comes to the Dana 44. Is there a tightening sequence you use to tighten down the ring gear to the carrier?

Thanks.

 

[Broncobowsher]

Star pattern, like a wheel. Good practice at least. exact pattern isn't that critical. Two stages is a good practice as well, snug it up then final tighten.

 

[Tonka7777]

Lots of good D44 info here:

http://77cj.littlekeylime.com/web_rs44.html

 

[Rustytruck]

Put Loctite on the clean bolts and ring gear threads. You don't want to risk them backing out.