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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

This project has been an interesting journey for me. I learned that there is so much information and new things (and some old things) about axles. I realized that I learned so much by putting my experiences into text. I also made many new friends and strengthened relationships with old ones. I sincerely thank everyone who helped, either directly or indirectly, with the writing of this book.

Tony Nausieda for the opportunity to pursue this book, reviewing draft text, loaning me hardware and even letting me crawl around his barn at sub-zero temperatures to get the last few coveted photos. We all should be so lucky to have such a great friend.

Randy Golda and James Walker for taking the time to review the draft at the proverbial eleventh hour.

My longtime friend, Ward Bowerman, from Torsen for taking his personal time to review Chapter 4 and provide valuable insight and encouragement.

Jason Bock was instrumental with Chapters 4 and 6 and reviewed the draft text and all of the in-depth discussions about theory and practice of assembly steps and differential function.

The entire team at Drivetrain Specialists, specifically Sandy Rissman and Rob Gutowski, for treating me like part of their extended family and allowing me unrestricted access to their shop, parts, and mechanics. Without their openness and cooperation, this book would have never been possible. There was never a time when they did not accommodate any of my requests for support and help.

The countless folks who willingly shared comments and photos for inclusion: Ralph Traycoff from Auburn Gear, Darlene Oleksik from Eaton Corporation, and the teams at GKN Driveline, Strange Engineering, and Winters Performance.

Steve Wesolowski and his team at Dana Corporation for advice, motivation, and pictures when I needed them most.

Randy Shafer for not only taking and editing many of the photos, but for going the extra mile and teaching me how to correctly take and edit photos. He has truly been an invaluable asset to me and this book.

Ray Kuczera for his support and willingness to help. He was always there to remind me how important it is to share as much information as possible with as many people as possible.

Last but by no means the least, I thank my wife, Kathy, for persevering through this book while she was pregnant with our twin boys. It has proven to be quite a challenge for us. To my wonderful mother-in-law, Marilyn Kelley, who sacrificed months of her personal life to help out with the twins, so that I could finish this manuscript on time. There are not many in-laws who would make such a huge personal sacrifice. I am blessed to have both of you ladies in my life, supporting this endeavor and me. You never reminded me how difficult this was on all of us and, instead, offered support and continuous encouragement. This book has become a family affair that is not my book but rather our book. Thank you.