So why was I snapping pinion bolts then LW when they weren't overtightened? They were just snug with locktite to keep them from backing out - as you mentioned that star washer is pretty poor, and to boot i wasn't even getting a chance to warm up gears. You seem to have all the answers so i am interested to know.... And as I mentioned, your fave mfg's part wasn't to blame, all I did to fix the situation was increase the bolt's diameter as many others have done. We can't all be wrong, or can we...
