Well, so far after fitting 1 axle in a yet-not-ready-spindle-but-enough-to-get-the-hang-of-it, it seems I have enough play on all 3 axial dimensions, up-down, front-back and side-side (inner CV extension). Which axial movement exactly were you referring to?
Good point. The plates look ok and as straight as they were before, I'll mention that to my mech when he's change again the bearings, especially the new set will go on the other set of spindles which required removing and reinstalling the plates.
Yeah you never know when this might come handy again!
But plz, I highly suggest anyone not to make a mistake about spindles, it's a pain to play with those all the time and a full set of bearings/seals costs USD$100 with shipping to CAD.