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Jan 28, 2014 | 07:56 AM

rogergcam

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'94 rear end question

We just purchased a '94 LT1 rag top. I took it in to have it greased, and the MX told me that I have a "sealed rear end", no way to check the lubricant in it! He said you have to pull the axle to check fluid level?
The guy has a shop policy that won't let you get near the car when on a lift!

Do I need a new mechanic? The Chilton book says nothing about any such thing! THANKS for help and comments!

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Jan 28, 2014 | 08:12 AM

Silver96ce

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I vote for new mechanic. Fill plug on passenger side of diff. 3/8 allen wrench to remove IIRC.

Jan 28, 2014 | 08:16 AM

dragracer111

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Its on the passenger side in front of the axle. Should have a red tag on the plug that says to use positive traction fluid only if your car has positive traction.

Jan 28, 2014 | 08:18 AM

Silver96ce

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To make it easier for your next mechanic here is a link to a photo of diff being filled. Note you do not have to remove the axle - they were installing a new rebuilt differential.

http://www.vetteweb.com/features/vem.../photo_26.html

Jan 28, 2014 | 08:19 AM

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Definitely time for a new mechanic. Preferably, one who has eyes. Bonus points if he can read.

Congrats on the new acquisition!

Live well,

SJW

Jan 28, 2014 | 08:51 AM

rogergcam

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THANKS! I'll color him gone...First and LAST visit to him...He did get the grease in the zirks-so a little credit-albeit very little!!

Jan 28, 2014 | 10:28 AM

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Was it a family owned business or the chain variety?

Jan 28, 2014 | 10:50 AM

Richard Raichert

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94 Conv LT1

Looks good. I am lucky I found guy who worked for Chevy until 1998, worked on mostly Camaros and Corvettes, and is now a manager of a local small chain of repair facilities in the Panama City FL area. Actually, they just checked my differential among other things 2 days ago. Love to pick his brain on C4's when he is not busy! Good luck.

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Jan 28, 2014 | 11:28 AM

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Start with #4 post here and read on. Chris Petris at Petris Enterprises used to sell a kit for this too:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c4-t...questions.html

Jan 28, 2014 | 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by rogergcam

THANKS! I'll color him gone...First and LAST visit to him...He did get the grease in the zirks-so a little credit-albeit very little!!

Was there a reason that you selected this facility? OP - your Chilton is better than "nothing" but some mention "not much". If the car is going to be with you for a while you might want to consider a Helm FSM.

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Was it a family owned business or the chain variety?

I don't know that "family owned" or "chain" is relevant and maybe, just maybe he's just a little short fellow.

Jan 28, 2014 | 01:03 PM

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St. Jude Donor '13, '15-'16,'18 thru '25

Just curious what kind of place he took it to.

Jan 28, 2014 | 01:58 PM

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Was it a family owned business or the chain variety?

It is family owned....

Jan 28, 2014 | 02:59 PM

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I vote for a new mechanic. If he doesn't know, at least he should find out instead of lying to you. Make sure he knows why he will never see your car again.

Jan 28, 2014 | 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by 383vett

I vote for a new mechanic. If he doesn't know, at least he should find out instead of lying to you. Make sure he knows why he will never see your car again.

I completely agree with this^.