Hi all. I have a problem with the diff. The noise is getting worse.
Is there any suggestions on how to reduce this noise apart from replacing it.
Many thanks in advance.
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How do you know it's the diff? I take it you changed the fluid?
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If it is definitely the diff and it is getting worse then I'm afraid you just have the one option.
I had a friend with an old Cortina many years ago who decided to just turn the radio up.
On a busy roundabout it seized and helped him wipe out three other cars and give at least two people whiplash injuries.
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Hi
I had mine serviced by these guys - https://www.acegearboxes.co.uk/. Two years on and its as quiet as a mouse, no whine, noise or leaks. Cannot receommend these guys enough.
Steve
I had mine serviced by these guys - https://www.acegearboxes.co.uk/. Two years on and its as quiet as a mouse, no whine, noise or leaks. Cannot receommend these guys enough.
Steve
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Royals Steering Wheel
35i Brake Upgrade
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Problem is that buying a used diff could put you back in a similar situation soon after. If its noisy, then no amount of oil changes will fix this. I suspect a refurbished diff is possible. Most gearbox places , I am sure, can source bearings and seals and will start again with a clean internals and fresh oil.
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