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DTS Custom Service Axle Alignment
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DTS Custom Service Axle Alignment
The assembly is set in a jig. The bar is then pushed through to set the axle-tube alignment.
DTS Custom Service Axle Tubes
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DTS Custom Service Axle Tubes
Once the axle tubes are straight as an arrow and welded, DTS adds its billet ends and trusses.
DTS Custom Service Billet Axle
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DTS Custom Service Billet Axle
The billet axle end works similarly to the Ford 9-inch end in the way it retains the axleshafts without C-clips. DTS produces these on site using the 8.8 bolt pattern.
DTS Custom Service Rear Axle Trusses
The 8.8 rears are notorious... 
   
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DTS Custom Service Rear Axle Trusses
The 8.8 rears are notorious for twisting the axle tubes, so DTS offers these axle-tube trusses for severe-duty applications. They may cause interference with the tailpipes, as is the case with our car. We may try a different after-cat or just have custom tailpipes made.
DTS Custom Service Ring Gear
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DTS Custom Service Ring Gear
The ring gear is drawn onto the carrier.
DTS Custom Service Eaton Posi
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DTS Custom Service Eaton Posi
While DTS offers a number of differential types, the Eaton Posi is its limited slip of choice. As good as the Eaton Posi is, DTS believes any limited slip is the weak link of this entire assembly. For applications where more than 500-600 hp is expected, a locker or spool should be used, but they are not practical on street cars.
DTS Custom Service Bearing Press
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DTS Custom Service Bearing Press
The roller bearings are pressed on to the new 33-spline axles.
DTS Custom Service Main Caps
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DTS Custom Service Main Caps
The main caps are torqued to the factory-recommended specifications.

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