Hi to everyone. First time at this and a new member. I was wondering if anyone has seen documentation on how to rebuild a 10/12 bolt rearend. Such as the manuals you can get for How to rebuild a small block chevy. I need to replace one axle on my 64 elcamino and I am process of restoring a 65 chevelle convt. and I would like to completely rebuild that rearend. Any suggestions?
Thanks in advance for the any help
Kitch

I started writing one of those books about a year ago, but didn't get very far. My writing skills are not what they should be. I need to get back to it because there are no books like that for rear ends. You can get shop manuals that cover some of it. I have helped several people do the job on this sight and through email. You will need to know how to set the pinion depth, bearing preload and backlash to get the correct contact pattern. You will also need to know how to read the pattern so you will know what adjustments need to be made to the pinion depth. There are a few special tools that you will need too. If you fell up to it send me an email and I'll help you get started.

As for the axle, remove the cover and let the oil drain out. Remove the retaining bolt that holds the cross shaft in and remove the shaft. Push in on the axle so that you can remove the c clip from the end of the axle. Pull the axle out and replace the bearing and seal. Install the new axle and reverse the process. Use some blue Lock Tight on the retaining bolt and torque it to 25 foot pounds. Be sure to oil the axle bearing before you install the axle and use sealant around the outside of the seal when you install it. Fill the rear end with 80W90 gear oil (about 2 quarts).

My suggestion: obtain a copy of the factory Chassis Overhaul Manual for your Chevelle. It has words and pictures and specs. Manual might be available as paper reprint or on CD. I got mine from Helm Inc. for $3 in 1967.

My $0.02

Kitch. First off, WELCOME. Go to a auto parts store and get a HAYES book. It has a step by step how to on everything you will be doing.

Thanks for the info. Very helpful. The axle change out seems like no problem but the rearend rebuild sounds pretty in depth. I am going to have to think about if I want to invest in the tooling and take a chance or if I should just go to a good shop. My other option is buying a new rearend. I appreciate the help.

I will stop off at the auto shop today and take a look at the manuals.
Thanks