shimming drive gear question

[dn010]

Is it possible and effective to measure the gap between the drive gear and driven gear in order to determine what shims are needed if I don't have the shimming tool?

 

[Don S]

Re: shimming drive gear question

Nope, you need the tool

 

[zbnutcase]

Re: shimming drive gear question

And gear lash alone won't tell you if the tooth contact is correct, you need the tool.

 

[dn010]

Re: shimming drive gear question

Ok, thank you kindly guys!