West coast differentials has been distributing quality differential and axle parts since 1982. Differential repair tips, tricks and performance mods. The axle is available in both front and rear applications and features a large 10. An engine that produces 345 ftlbs certainly has respectable torque, but it is simply not enough to get a 4,000pound vehicle moving. Our stateoftheart reman processes allow us to remain firmly on the cutting edge when it comes to remanufactured differentials.
Cartechsa249 this workbench book provides detailed stepbystep photos and information for rebuilding the ford 8. The 12bolt rear axle is larger and stronger in every aspect when com pared to a 10bolt rear axle below. Covered in great detail is disassembly, inspection, and the setup procedures for achieving a good pattern. The mustang rear end had tractionlock, but im not reusing that carrier. Rockauto ships auto parts and body parts from over 300 manufacturers to customers doors worldwide, all at warehouse prices. Firstgeneration mustangs came with one of three rear axle assemblies from the factory. The long bar with the rod end fully threaded is the upper bar. We believe that our exceptional customer service and product knowledge is. Bearing pullers, dial indicators, brass punches, spanner wrenches. If you need any assistance identifying the model of your differential or the needed part, we can help. Highperformance differentials, axles, and drivelines cartech books. All differentials are fitted with new bearings, carriers, ring and pinion, as well as yokes and seals.
Tired of paying someone else to do your differential work. Mar 19, 2015 the main reason to have a limited slip differential in your rear axle is to maximize traction on slippery surfaces, such as snow, ice, or mud, which can be exacerbated with an open differential. Another important reason is to help distribute the torque to the wheels from a highperformance engine and transmission combination. The rear axle is one part of the vehicle that has evolved over time into a variety of designs but has never been replaced.
How to rebuild your bmw differential and stop it being noisy. For a comprehensive guide on this entire subject you can visit this link. How to rebuild the 10 and 12bolt, author jefferson bryant walks you through the entire process of disassembling, evaluating, and rebuilding the perfect differential for your gm application. Well known automotive writer jim allen and differential guru randy lyman, of randys ring and pinion, teamed up to create a stunningly complete book. Well known automotive writer jim allen and differential guru randy lyman teamed up to create a stunningly complete book.
Standard d70 models have 30 or 35 spline axles, however, the dana super 70 is the holy grail of the series with massive 37 spline shafts. May 05, 2015 we got to work rebuilding our 1978 chevrolet camaro z28s gm 10bolt rear axle, giving project zedsled a rear axle that could withstand our power needs. How to rebuild your axle and differential book including. In addition, the book provides a comprehensive 9inch identification chart to. Along the way well see some specialty tools, which arent so commonly found in the. The master rebuild kit comes complete with everything youll need to rebuild the center section of your differential. Differential rebuild kits master kit west coast differentials. Learn how to rebuild you ford 8inch rear differential in this article from mustang monthly magazine. Tridem without inter axle differential p forward rear axle of a drive tandem with inter axle differential. Differentials is a new 394 page book on the art, science and practical aspects of repairing or upgrading your vehicles front or rear differential.
Randys has hundreds of remanufactured bolt on assemblies available through our zumbrota drivetrain brand. This book demystifies the rebuilding process and explains it in detail. New ford oem 20032018 rear differential housing pinion seal. Within the 144 pages of this softcover book is everything you need to know about. This can be difficult and usually the shims need to be tipped in slightly. Highperformance differentials, axles, and drivelines. We have the best differential rebuild kit for the right price. Axles, driveshafts, and ujoints are also discussed in detail. The differential is a key component of the f150s, f250s, or any other trucks driveline. So he scrounged around in his shop for some extra rear end parts that we had left over from when i built a columbia two speed banjo rear end for a 28 model a roadster that he and i built. Appealing to restorers, racers and todays hot rodders alike. Dana 70 axle parts, gears, and upgrades drivetrain shop. Mar 31, 2015 while this article focuses specifically on the gm 8. Buy online for free next day delivery or same day pickup at a store near you.
Mustangs how to disassmble the the rear axle and rebuild. The dana 70 axle has been around for decades and is commonly found under fullsize gm, dodge, and ford trucks. You can contact us by calling 8777764600 or 4078721901. How to rebuild the 10 and 12bolt and millions of other books are. This is the only book dedicated solely to rebuilding, setting up, and modifying these axle assemblies for long service life and maximum performance.
Refer to the table of contents tab for details about the contents this book. In addition, this book explains rear differential basics, rebuilding open differentials, ring and pinion gear operation. Differentials is a new 408 page book on the science and practical aspects of repairing or upgrading your vehicles front or rear differential. Differential setup tool kit this tool kit includes some of our most popular differential setup tools at a greatly reduced price. Many modern bmw differentials suffer from bearing noise, this book will show you one simple way to. Model a ford rear axle assembly restoration 2014 revision by tom endy differential cradle tool the differential cradle tool is used to remove and replace the rear axle assembly from the vehicle. Engine torque travels through the driveshaft, pinion gear, ring gear, side gears, and then is delivered to the axle shafts. Altering the axle ratio or swapping a limitedslip differential in place of an open differential can greatly change the. Thin wall design fits better than standard sockets. Differential tools are necessary for anyone working with ring and pinion setups, whether it is an experienced professional or the diy enthusiast. Square the bars 90 degrees to the vertical center of the rear differential mounting point and measure the actual length of the bars. The easiest leak to repair is the rearaxle housing cover. Light brown or grayish fluid on the ground under the back of your truck is an indication that you have a differential fluid leak.
Differential rebuild kits west coast differentials. Follow the simple step by step instruction and youll have your bmw back on the road in no time. It is helpful to first place the differential loosely in the axle housing, and set the bearing cups and shims in place. Complete axle assemblies archives randys worldwide. Mar 19, 2015 in recent years, rear axles have become so robust and reliable that most mechanics have long forgotten how to diagnose and repair them, much less modify them. The axle size for a given car depended on a number of factors including engine size, trim level, and option choices. From here lets ease on into the technical portion of our story. Rebuild an 8inch differential mustang monthly magazine. It shows how to disassemble the rear end, identify worn ring and pinion gears. General rebuilding limited slip differentials aftermarket limited differential types and explains about them crownwheel and pinion gears and types ratios and how to choose axle half shafts including torque loads etc. It gives excellent instructions on how to rebuild and setup any rear wheel drive crownwheel and pinion the book covers topics on.
In addition, it explains rear differential basics, rear differential housings, rebuilding open rear differentials, limitedslip differentials, and factory differentials. He brought over all the parts to my house so i could start the process of rebuilding a rear end that will hopefully hold up to his right foot. Jul 22, 2016 part 2 of rebuilding an 8inch ford rearend. Went to a driveline specialist today and after driving the vehicle he said it was the rear differential the front driveshaft is out and the cdl is locked. These include the differential and possibly the cvtype axle shafts. It gives excellent instructions on how to rebuild and setup any rear wheel drive. Once thorough cleaning is accomplished the differential goes back to our rebuild center to begin assembly. How to rebuild gears in chevy and gm differentials. May 05, 2015 many of these differentials are now more than 40 years old and are due for an overhaul. If you are going to rebuild a chevy 10 or 12bolt axle, this book delivers the essential information to get the job done right. Rear differential leaks are the culprit, either at the axle seals, the pinion seal where the driveshaft attaches, or the rear differential cover. If youve got the time, tools, and confidence, you can swap it out yourself. Care should be exercised when removing the rear axle assembly from a model a.
Jasper remanufactured differentials and rear axle assemblies. Remove the bearing on the none ring gear side of the differential. They take a lot of abuse and are generally pretty rugged. Complete axle assemblies or differential assemblies are a great way to replace the front or rear end of your vehicle in one easy order. Unlike ford 9inch and older gm rear differential assemblies, setting all the necessary clearances between the pinion and the ring gear of the differential carrier has to be done inside the rear axle housing. It is also used as a platform for disassembly and for final assembly. It shows how to disassemble the rear end, identify worn ring and pinion gears and other. The book has a howto section for disassembling the rearend, identifying worn ring and pinion gears, and other damage or wear. Differential rebuild kits for chrysler, dana, dodge, ford, gm, jeep, toyota and more. How to rebuild your axle and differential book including limited slip diff repair.
Square the bars 90 degrees to the vertical center of the rear differential mounting point and measure the actual. Many owners need to rebuild highmileage, wornout, or damaged axle assemblies in their favorite vehicle. Features chart inside this front cover lists all the variations of the carriers covered in this book. Books and manuals how to rebuild your axle and differential. The complete rear differential replacement cost guide. Push the differential in place and be careful that the shims dont fall out. This comprehensive manual includes history, identification, stepbystep rebuilding and blueprinting.
You can also view the differential part manuals below, to view the complete parts breakdown for your differential. Delivered with a 1960s drag racing theme and vintage photos. Highperformance limitedslip versions of these differentials also have been. Many of these differentials are now more than 40 years old and are due for an overhaul. The dana and amc axles should remain in wide use into the foreseeable future, and therefore there will be a consistent demand for this information. These tools make differential work much easier and makes your setup more precise, ensuring a smooth, quiet, and cool running gear set. You will save on tire costs as well since a malfunctioning differential either front or back will cause undue wear and tear on the tires.
Most highperformance cars run sticky tires, so these forces dramatically increase. For installing wheels and spacers this is the right tool for the job. With this book in hand, you will be able to buy, install, maintain, and set up a drivetrain for almost any vehicle and application. When it comes to remanufacturing differentials and rear axle assemblies, jasper sets the standard, adhering to the measured standards of the original equipment manufacturer. New ford oem 20032018 rear differential housing pinion seal oem new bl3z4676a. This tech tip is from the full book, chevy differentials. How you could stop your own bmw rear diff from being noisy like i did. Watch as drive line expert paul zank takes you through nine of the most popular differential rebuilds all in one dvd. Learn how i fixed my own noisy bmw rear differential now. This book will help and guide you through the procedure of swapping the noisy bearings in your bmw differential for some nice quiet ones. Once you get your rear differential fixed, you can enjoy much greater control over your vehicle. These kits include the following, as needed per application.
Stepbystep the axle shaft hubs drive the wheels, and as such, they are an important part of the drivetrain system. Every corner means that the one axle is pushing in on the wheel bearings and crossshaft pin in the differential, while the opposing axle is pulling on the cclip. If youve ever wished for an easytounderstand, comprehensive book that could walk you through the repair, upgrade, and modification of differentials and axles, your day has come. For example, a stock ls1 engine sends 345 ftlbs of torque to a rear differential with 3.
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