Should I remove the differential?
Thread Starter
Drifting
Joined: Jul 2000
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From: Allen, TX, USA
Should I remove the differential?
What kind of problems am I setting myself up for?
during removal?
during reinstallation?
I am removing (trying to) the trailing arms to have them worked on. I removed
the spring and exhaust already. I think I want to remove the differential for
three reasons.
1. Remove the stuck and stripped torx bolts holding the Ujoints in.
2. Replace the front differential bushing as needed.
3. Remove the broken screw bolt in the differential.
Is it that much of a pain to remove and reinstall the differential? I'm figuring
that it will be a absolute pain to get the bolts holding the Ujoints out...
during removal?
during reinstallation?
I am removing (trying to) the trailing arms to have them worked on. I removed
the spring and exhaust already. I think I want to remove the differential for
three reasons.
1. Remove the stuck and stripped torx bolts holding the Ujoints in.
2. Replace the front differential bushing as needed.
3. Remove the broken screw bolt in the differential.
Is it that much of a pain to remove and reinstall the differential? I'm figuring
that it will be a absolute pain to get the bolts holding the Ujoints out...
Melting Slicks
Joined: Jan 2004
Posts: 2,672
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From: New Cumberland PA
It's not all that bad or difficult. You want to consider replacing the seals if you have it out. The only part that was a little difficult removing was the cross member. I have a 76 and the new C3's have a different setup. Make sure you use a floor jack to hold it and then lower it.
Thread Starter
Drifting
Joined: Jul 2000
Posts: 1,266
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From: Allen, TX, USA
Yes, Aluminum... Will be careful. I figure more careful hitting down than
lying down...
Van - saw that tip earlier. I like it. I was dreading removing more torx
screws while upside down...
Thanks a bunch...
lying down...
Van - saw that tip earlier. I like it. I was dreading removing more torx
screws while upside down...
Thanks a bunch...
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Joined: May 2000
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From: Clearwater FL
No problem. You can call me if you run into trouble. 800-418-5397 We're open 8-5 M-F eastern time. I'll be glad to help you out and give you some tips if you run into any trouble.
Dan
Dan
