Notices
GM Drivetrain & Suspension Chassis | Transmission| Driveshaft | Gears/Rear End/Differential | Traction Aids

Need G80 differential help. Metal chunks found.

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 08-01-2012, 03:34 PM
  #21  
Registered User
Thread Starter
 
Turns31's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2012
Posts: 17
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

Someone mentioned just taking out the lock to make it an open rear end. Can I just replace the gear inside that actually broke? I'm sure somebody sells a kit for it.
Old 08-02-2012, 08:29 AM
  #22  
TECH Fanatic
iTrader: (2)
 
Join Date: Nov 2001
Location: Michigan
Posts: 1,124
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
Default

Originally Posted by Turns31
Someone mentioned just taking out the lock to make it an open rear end. Can I just replace the gear inside that actually broke? I'm sure somebody sells a kit for it.
I wouldn't bother with that. You shouldn't just install 1 spider gear anyway. You need replace all 4, since they are now worn as a set. Also, there's no way I'd want a peg legger rear end. Get a good used G80 and call it a day.
Old 08-02-2012, 11:42 AM
  #23  
Registered User
Thread Starter
 
Turns31's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2012
Posts: 17
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

Found a used g80 out of an 08 with less than 40,000 miles on it on craigslist. The guy bought it from some old man and immediately upgraded to an eaton. Would the 08 g80 be the same as my 2004?
Old 08-02-2012, 01:02 PM
  #24  
TECH Fanatic
iTrader: (2)
 
Join Date: Nov 2001
Location: Michigan
Posts: 1,124
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
Default

Yes, same unit. At one point, the clutches were upgraded, but can't remember the year. It will bolt up, as long as it is for an 8.5" 10 bolt, and not a 14.
Old 08-02-2012, 01:12 PM
  #25  
TECH Senior Member
iTrader: (59)
 
Ferocity02's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2003
Posts: 9,447
Likes: 0
Received 2 Likes on 2 Posts
Default

Originally Posted by MyLS1Hauls
They are left hand threads
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
2002_Z28_Six_Speed
GM Drivetrain & Suspension
17
10-04-2015 01:34 PM
Wrecker 426
Tuning, Diagnostics, Electronics, and Wiring
1
09-30-2015 09:39 PM
69z-28
GM Drivetrain & Suspension
17
09-21-2015 07:31 AM
SWINGRRRR
GMT 800 & Older GM General Discussion
5
09-03-2015 07:49 PM



Quick Reply: Need G80 differential help. Metal chunks found.



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 12:04 AM.