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BR 1748 - Shim Rover Differential .074" 1970 - 1993 (KA) by AftermarketSteering or Suspension Part Land Rover Range Rover Defender, Range Rover, Series

BR 1748 - Differential Shim – 0.074in

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Differential Shim, 0.074in, used during differential build to set bearing preload and gear alignment.

It sits against the differential carrier side bearings, adjusting side-bearing preload and crownwheel-to-pinion backlash. Supplied in a single 0.074in thickness.
Vehicle Model Land Rover Defender up to 2016
Land Rover Discovery 1 1989-1998 (L318)
Range Rover Classic up to 1994
Land Rover Series 2 and 3
Fitment Notes DEFENDER 1987-2006 — Differential Front To (V)KA930434; Differential Rear with Land Rover type axle To (V)KA930455
DISCOVERY 1 1989-1998 — From (V)FA393361 To (V)WA799999, Differential
RANGE ROVER CLASSIC 1986-1994 — Differential Front 1986-1991 To (V)HA610293; Differential Rear From (V)JA610294
Shim-bearing differential, 0.074in. Superseded from BR1748.
Alternative Codes
539720BR 1748

In stock 3 units
0 · Gouda 3 · Drachten
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Frequently asked questions

What is the 0.074in differential shim (BR 1748) used for?
The 0.074in differential shim sits against the differential carrier side bearings during a diff build, setting side-bearing preload and crownwheel-to-pinion backlash on the Land Rover-type axle. It's supplied in a single 0.074in thickness.
How many differential shims are needed?
Differential shims are typically selected in a pair, one each side of the carrier, with thickness chosen to achieve correct preload and backlash. The 0.074in shim is one thickness within that range, so order alongside other sizes as your setup requires.
Which Land Rovers use the 0.074in differential shim?
The 0.074in shim fits the Land Rover Defender up to 2016, Series 2 and 3, Discovery 1 and Range Rover Classic, on the Land Rover-type axle differential. Note this shim is no longer available once current stock ends.

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