M2A1 resto in the works

[Andrew]

Once I get it out, I will check for straightness and then figure out my options. I'm sure they are avail from a few sources if I go replacement.

Originally Posted by chris vickery

What are you going to do with the shaft, get it repaired or replace it?

[45jim]

That's some interesting safety wiring on the ring gear, pretty sure that will do nothing to help keep the bolts tight. Might want to have a look at this as an example:

http://www.wilwood.com/PDF/DataSheets/ds386.pdf