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  1. mobileauto2000

    Rear Diff Smells like a Sewer PLUS: ID these diff parts???

    I figured you had a cool head from your post. I was giving just in case advice. I hope all goes well and looking forward to Tuesdays update. Pro 16:9 A man's heart plans his way, But the LORD directs his steps.
  2. mobileauto2000

    Rear Diff Smells like a Sewer PLUS: ID these diff parts???

    I would not be surprised if the employee that did the job took the oil out of inventory. You can't tell the boss you put oil in it if the oil is still on the shelf. I have been real lucky in that my employees will admit their mistakes. But in today's world most won't and that can put the...
  3. mobileauto2000

    Rear Diff Smells like a Sewer PLUS: ID these diff parts???

    The gears should have a smooth surface. If the surface is rough or a dark blue it could become a problem. In one mile of driving the gears may or may not be damaged. But if the shop is willing to stand behind their mistake I would be more concerned about the gears. Just a thought. If this is a...
  4. mobileauto2000

    Rear Diff Smells like a Sewer PLUS: ID these diff parts???

    The bearings will not be the problem. Without lube the gears will be what gets damaged. The ring and pinon slide across each other. you need to make sure they are not scored or they will go away fast. The bearings roll on the race and in one mile probably have no damage at all. Mal 3:1...
  5. mobileauto2000

    Rear Diff Smells like a Sewer PLUS: ID these diff parts???

    I limped one home on the front diff with only one good axle. Had a spool in it. Talk about torque steer. I would replace the axle if I had made the repair. Employes do stupid thing but a good shop will stand up and make it right. Call them, tell them what happened and if they don't make...
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