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Old May 7, 2013 | 03:00 PM
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I am going to have my rear differential rebuilt in a few weeks. Is there anything else I should consider replacing while this is being done?
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U-joints, bushings, shocks are things I would take a look at.
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Which bushings should I inspect for?
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strut rods and/or bushings? body-off resto? just kidding
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Which bushings should I inspect for?
You should be able to check all of them. With the diff & spring removed you can pull/twist the trailing arms and check the front T/A bushings. Strut rod bushings are right there, same for the diff front mount bushing.
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This is the PERFECT time for all that 'while you're in there' stuff.... Like a carbon fiber leaf, rear wheel bearings (and trailing arms), shocks, rebuilt driveshafts and propeller.... Heck, 'while you're in there', how about the trans? You might as well pull that and what about the clutch? Main seal.....GAH!

It's a DISEASE man! - Just keep diggin' 'till you run out of money!

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