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Old 03-16-2010, 02:48 AM
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if yours had that much rust your bearings are shot... i agree with RT-VA...
 
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Originally Posted by RedTruck-VA
My thoughts are, that it is ruined without stripping it down for a through cleaning including replacing bearings and seals. How long do you think you have before the electrical problems start appearing? I hope this is not your DD. Save the pictures as I think it'll turn into a very expensive photo shoot. Good luck...
That diff needs stripping down for sure.
Can you imagine, all the fine grit polishing away at the bearings and seals.
That axle is dead meat.
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Old 03-16-2010, 04:17 AM
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wow! never seen a diff that bad, only changed my own.
 



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