Tolerance of aftermarket bearing spacers and refitting stub axle - Rear Axle Refurb 9

Whilst putting the stub axle, bearings and hub back on the vehicle, I measure up some genuine and Bearmach spacers
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[@jd9991]

Genuine spacers should have a letter etched on to them which denotes their size. I reverted to the old method of nut, lock washer and lock nut. Just set the preload each time, no need for an arsenal of spacers.

[@gshort4707]

RIP Bearmach 😢

[@adolfadolfovich7297]

😊

[@MrDvdelft]

So, that brings up the question: pre TD5 preload vs TD5-to-Puma end-float system. And if preload, what torque for the first nut?

[@reachforthesky1849]

Perhaps put the cut out at the bottom so it doesn't retain water

[@petermenzies1714]

You can see why folk do away with the spacers like pre TD5 and just tighten nut by hand to remove any excess end float without adding pre-load.