Uk auto diff problems

Elvin7 · 17th August 2009, 07:58 AM

Hello, having some problems with the diff on my uk auto, a few weeks ago an oil seal on the drivers side went and lost all the oil. after stripping it the drive pinion bearings were shot and there was a small amount of wear on the pinion gear. after getting it inspected by my local mechanic (the only one i know that knows anything about diffs!) i was advised to replace the 2 bearings, seals and spacers and rebuild it with the slightly worn pinion gear as he thought the wear wasnt that bad.

Turns out he was wrong! the car sounds perfect when accelerating but as soon as you lift off the throttle there is a bad whinning noise.

Bassically i have already spent 300+ on bearings and seals and am being quoted 600+ for the pinion gear and crown wheel set and want to know what i should do!

Does anyone know where i could get a second hand diff or should i just spend the rest of the money on the diff i have started fixing?

Martin F · 17th August 2009, 08:18 AM

Bit tricky this. As you say you've already started spending money on the failed diff so to abandon it in search of a second hand diff seems a bit silly, but I think it may be the cheapest option.

You should be able to find a second hand diff for about £300 (give or take) and I think i'd go down that route and then perhaps put your current one away for a rainy day.

You're probably going to have to do a bit of searching for a UK diff, but they are out there.

Elvin7 · 17th August 2009, 08:24 AM

Was thinking that too, tried all the local breakers here before i went down the route of replacing the bearings, but couldnt get anything. think i'll have to take another flick through the yellow pages!

Elvin7 · 17th August 2009, 08:43 AM

any chance any of you UK mainland guys would have any numbers i could try or know where i might get one?

seems most not too many Uk's were layed to rest over here. (N.Ireland)

Martin F · 17th August 2009, 07:12 PM

Try these guys http://www.silverstone-garage.co.uk/parts-and-spares

The Restorer · 17th August 2009, 09:43 PM

I've sent you some details of the guy I sold my UK spec salvage to. Best of luck bud!

Gambit · 17th August 2009, 10:47 PM

I was goin to mention you Mo, but it has been a while.

The Restorer · 17th August 2009, 10:50 PM

Yeh, I guess it has. I've always been lurking, hence the thread revival on that yesterday too.

Elvin7 · 18th August 2009, 12:28 PM

thx for the help peps, will keep ya posted on how i get on. hopefull that i will turn up something soon.

Gambit · 18th August 2009, 04:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Restorer

Yeh, I guess it has. I've always been lurking, hence the thread revival on that yesterday too.

I didn't mean it's been a while since youv'e been on, I meant it's been a while since your car got murdered.

17th August 2009, 07:58 AM	#1
Elvin7 Junior Member UK Spec - Auto Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: N Ireland Posts: 40	Uk auto diff problems Hello, having some problems with the diff on my uk auto, a few weeks ago an oil seal on the drivers side went and lost all the oil. after stripping it the drive pinion bearings were shot and there was a small amount of wear on the pinion gear. after getting it inspected by my local mechanic (the only one i know that knows anything about diffs!) i was advised to replace the 2 bearings, seals and spacers and rebuild it with the slightly worn pinion gear as he thought the wear wasnt that bad. Turns out he was wrong! the car sounds perfect when accelerating but as soon as you lift off the throttle there is a bad whinning noise. Bassically i have already spent 300+ on bearings and seals and am being quoted 600+ for the pinion gear and crown wheel set and want to know what i should do! Does anyone know where i could get a second hand diff or should i just spend the rest of the money on the diff i have started fixing?

17th August 2009, 08:18 AM	#2
Martin F Administrator UK Spec - Manual Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Essex, UK Posts: 10,226	Bit tricky this. As you say you've already started spending money on the failed diff so to abandon it in search of a second hand diff seems a bit silly, but I think it may be the cheapest option. You should be able to find a second hand diff for about £300 (give or take) and I think i'd go down that route and then perhaps put your current one away for a rainy day. You're probably going to have to do a bit of searching for a UK diff, but they are out there. __________________ Martin UK6TT + Bits & Bobs 'Remember folks, the inside lane isn't just for Xmas' MSOC FAQ MSOC Members Discounts MSOC Resources

17th August 2009, 07:12 PM	#5
Martin F Administrator UK Spec - Manual Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Essex, UK Posts: 10,226	Try these guys http://www.silverstone-garage.co.uk/parts-and-spares __________________ Martin UK6TT + Bits & Bobs 'Remember folks, the inside lane isn't just for Xmas' MSOC FAQ MSOC Members Discounts MSOC Resources

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17th August 2009, 08:24 AM	#3
Elvin7 Junior Member UK Spec - Auto Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: N Ireland Posts: 40	Was thinking that too, tried all the local breakers here before i went down the route of replacing the bearings, but couldnt get anything. think i'll have to take another flick through the yellow pages!

17th August 2009, 08:43 AM	#4
Elvin7 Junior Member UK Spec - Auto Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: N Ireland Posts: 40	any chance any of you UK mainland guys would have any numbers i could try or know where i might get one? seems most not too many Uk's were layed to rest over here. (N.Ireland)

18th August 2009, 12:28 PM	#9
Elvin7 Junior Member UK Spec - Auto Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: N Ireland Posts: 40	thx for the help peps, will keep ya posted on how i get on. hopefull that i will turn up something soon.

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