Differential low on fluid n noise, damaged?

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  1. mitmaks

    mitmaks Road Train Member

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    Of course I'm under a load, you wouldn't catch me driving through #### hole SD for leisure and pleasure
     
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  4. mitmaks

    mitmaks Road Train Member

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    Differential failed. Big chunks inside pumpkin.
    I'm having shop put in brand new one in
     
  5. Deezl Smoke

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    I dont need a driver, but if I did, I'd try to recruit you. Good job paying attention to the truck and stopping before catastrophic failure.
     
  6. mitmaks

    mitmaks Road Train Member

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    I guess It could've been worse
     
  7. blairandgretchen

    blairandgretchen Road Train Member

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    It can always be worse. Glad you’re getting it sorted.
     
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  9. Big Road Skateboard

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    Keep your wheel bearings in mind if you have a lot of shavings. If mostly big chunks, and you have a magnet for the fine stuff, you should be okay.

    Just something to note
     
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    I always tear down the hub assemblies after a come apart or a broke axle. It sux but not as bad as calling an axle surgeon.
     
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  11. mitmaks

    mitmaks Road Train Member

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    Yes shop is doing exactly that. Taking bearings apart cleaning and inspecting.
     
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