1996 Front Differential question?

[96twodoorTahoe]

I am looking for a Front Differential for my truck, I will try the Junk Yard but was wanting to know if anyone knew of any other places to look, before I make the trip to the junkyard?

 

[SunlitComet]

no. short of buying an assy from gm or axle shop. just make sure the gear ratios match. could fix the one you have too.

 

[Gzes]

Imo i would fix whats there already. Sure its gonna be out for a few but if the other ones blown aswell then you just overpaid for what shouldnt have cost alot

 

[96twodoorTahoe]

no. short of buying an assy from gm or axle shop. just make sure the gear ratios match. could fix the one you have too.

Well the problem is, I don't have it. Too long to explain, but I will most likely go with an axle shop, I'm too weary of Junk Yards with those types of parts.

 

[SunlitComet]

dont be. go to the yards and turn the various shafts and listen for bad noises and look at exterior condition. maybe open a fill or drain plug and stick something in there to look at condition of oil. pick which one you think is best and make your self a project of it.

 

[96twodoorTahoe]

dont be. go to the yards and turn the various shafts and listen for bad noises and look at exterior condition. maybe open a fill or drain plug and stick something in there to look at condition of oil. pick which one you think is best and make your self a project of it.

Thanks, I think I will do that. Will be cheaper in the long run. How much does it usually run to rebuild those?

 

[SunlitComet]

if you do it yourself and dont need to regear it should be under $500 for sure.

 

[96twodoorTahoe]

Thanks!