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When is it time to rebuild the diff?

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Old 11-04-2009, 10:11 AM
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Default When is it time to rebuild the diff?

or replace. Just curious as my car approaches 120k. Thanks!
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Old 11-04-2009, 10:14 AM
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If it ain't broke, don't fix it..unless you're about to throw a lot more power at it.
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Old 11-04-2009, 10:18 AM
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So do they not wear out?
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Old 11-04-2009, 10:31 AM
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Yes they "wear" out but at this point if you aren't throwing more power at it then there is no need to replace it. Is it making noise?
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Old 11-04-2009, 01:31 PM
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Nah, no whining,grinding, etc.....A little leak coming from the pinion seal...that's it....
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Old 11-05-2009, 06:43 PM
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To answer the original question: As soon as you buy the car so you can get rid of the 3.27s that are in there and put in something more fun.
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Old 11-05-2009, 10:05 PM
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no worries there dd........ 3.73's have been in there for a WHILE......
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Old 11-05-2009, 11:04 PM
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Originally Posted by joeybutts
A little leak coming from the pinion seal
Fix that!
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