Rear end shims?

[Unstock240]

I'm just getting tired of that 167k clunk in the rear. Where exactly can I get shims for the pinion and everything? Can you order these from autozone or places like that?

[OutToWinPAHC]

Well you need to know what size you will need. The OEM part numbers are in the FSM. But its a hassle, just get a new diff at this point if your just rocking the open end diff.

[Unstock240]

Mine actually has the factory lsd, I think someone swapped it out. Don't think mine came with it. It will leave 2 real good tire marks so I plan to just shim it up. I have to tear it apart to figure what size shims, so I would like to know where I can order.

[OutToWinPAHC]

Oh that's not a pinion shim. Your looking for the VLSD shim. Parts numbers are also in the FSM's. I tried to order some about 4 months ago and the dealer said they were none listed in stock in the USA. I tried Nissanparts.org and courtesyparts.com and no luck there either.

I though you were trying to reshim for play and backlash.

[Unstock240]

I guess if nothing else I can have someone machine me the proper thickness then.

[hai1206vn]

the clunking must be from excessive pinion to ring backlash. you'll need the side bearing shims. i got mine from courtesyparts recently.

pull out your old shims, measure the thickness then order 1 or 2 sizes up for left side, 1 or 2 down for right side. you should be at about the right backlash

be sure to check the side bearing preload too.

[Chris28]

http://zilvia.net/f/s-chassis/....html

While you have your diff apart this is the write up on how to shim it to tighten it up.