changing D36 center section only?
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changing D36 center section only?
I have a 93 with the 2.59 gears. I picked up a used 3.07 center section. Can I change the center section while leaving the batwing, spring, etc in the car? Thank you in advance for the help.
Mike
Mike
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It is easier to pull the batwing, only two more bolts and it will be way easier to reseal on the bench.
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I was thinking along the same lines before I changed mine last month, and I would have to concur. The batwing goes in and out easily, there's no reason not to pull it all. Plus while it's out you have a chance to do the poly bushings.
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Thread Starter
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From: Pittsburgh (wexford) PA
I've read some posts, an article and I have a FSM. I have changed plenty of 10 / 12 bolt A / F body rears, but this is the first IRS. When looking at the center section I bought, I thought that possibly I could just change it and make quick work of it.
Mike
Mike
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