There is always a possibility that if the pinion bearing is going out that it damaged the machined race surface on the pinion, requiring the pinion to be replaced.
While we are ripping on Seacrest, I'll get one in.
There is also the possibility that you are not gay. However both are pretty unlikely.
-Karl
2006 Chevy K3500 4X4 - No J.B. Weld on it yet!
1982 thru 94 F-Series "The Klogger" AKA Transport on the road, on the trail, or on the trailer!
1965 Chevelle
1975 Corvette