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Differential Used or Rebuilt (1/3)
 5/2/13 8:57pm
miccar
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Johnston, RI - USA

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I had my car checked out and was told it needs a differential rebuild. They don't think the gears are bad, but the clutches are shot. They have several used differentials for $550 or for an extra $350 they can rebuild mine. They stated they would give me a two year warranty one of the used units. They are a well known and reputable Corvette Restoration Dealer. Is the general concensus to get it rebuilt?



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Re: Differential Used or Rebuilt (2/3)
 5/2/13 10:36pm
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IF the only problem with your diff is the clutches are damaged, I can't see buying a new diff for that. Are the used diffs rebuilt, or "as is"? If "as is", then you're taking a chance on the replacement being worse than what you have now. If the used ones are completely rebuilt(new bearings, clutches, seals, etc.), then it might be a good deal....

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Re: Differential Used or Rebuilt (3/3)
 5/3/13 3:02pm
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 I can't afford to pay anyone to fix anything, but if I could, I wouldn't have anything done until I just couldn't live with the problem anymore.

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