I broke my axle when i hit a curb, looking for a bolt on rear end from a junkyard but i would like an upgrade if i could. Please help me with my Rear end replacement and where i can find a good one from a junkyard, Thanks

 

And i broke it on a freeway off ramp... you know the ones that have crazy turns... yeah just took it too fast =[

 

I'd check the local yards and craigslist for 89+ rear ends for better gearing and/or brakes. The 89-97 PBR's are a nice upgrade over drums. The best bet may be the LS1 rear which will have a better L/S and a better parking brake.

If you haven't perused the 10-bolt FAQ, you might find it interesting/informative.

Best of luck in your search.

JamesC

 

You're a good person JamesC. On that note, he's right. There is also the aftermarket, ford 9" conversions, and my personal favorite. The Strange S60.

 

I will second this. I do notice you always have very informative links and are extremely resourceful James. Alot of answer like this I would have no clue as for what year part fits into what other years on alot of things other than what I had in my car and knew in OEM parts.

As for upgraded axles- I went to Moser for some high end custom axles and was very disappointed when a year and a half later I found out they did a crapy job of heat treating them- they grooved from the bearing seals in about 15,000 miles- My personal recommendation is to stay away from Moser

 

Thanks guys... i am running on a verry low budget.. and i was thinking of just replacing the axle but i dont want to risk having a bent Rear end.. So i did a search and there was a spline difference? if i hit the local junkyard i should just look for a car my year? i have an 88.. im sure its the stock rear end.i just want more acceleration so im guessing higher gears would help? LSD would be nice but if it cost too much im guessing its out of the picture

 

well i think i might just replace the axle and hope my car doesnt woble at high speeds =/
heres a pic of the damage... should i just replace the axle?




is there a seal? there was brake fluid and rear end fluid coming out... idk if that means i broke the seal... if there is one

 

Replace the wheel, axle, brakes, LCAs and panhard.

 

Thanks... so i need to take it out and replace it... and seals too.. ok ill be keeping you guys with updates...

 

ok on the LCA and panhard... theres some on ebay... should i go for used ones at the junk yard.. or new ones at ebay, are adjustable ones worth it? thanks

 

saw the Axles on ebay.. im guessing that replacing the axles in pairs would make it even... plus if they are used i might as well get them myself from the junyard and get a matching pair... i have a 10 bolt 3.08... 26 spline.. checked the LCA and they where crushed... the panhard looks a little crooked... can i just get used panhard and LCA from the same car if they are not in too bad shape?

 

Before you make any decisions, be certain the axle tube or flange itself isn't bent. If so, look at rear end replacement.

You can use the panhard/LCA's from the donor car--if you can remove them. Often the securing bolts are frozen in place.

JamesC

 

is there any way to make sure the rear is straight? a string or a tube? i dont know if i can trust me eyes

 

By "axle", I mean replace the entire rear end.

 

So its not recommended to Reuse the old Rear end? changing it myself might be out of my budget

 

I wouldn't bother trying to salvage it.

 

yup... so... how do i fix the tire width issue... here in California they are very strict with these things.. if i am not mistaken its illegal to have your tires stick out more than the cars metal.. and i dont have money for tires

 

Use a thirdgen rear.

 

ok i can do that... im wondering if someone changed my gears.. im running 7MPH slower on the speedo than actual MPH...? RPO said 3.08.. might be just defective speedo?

 

but if im getting a rear end... getting one from a third gen or from a 4rth gen would be the same price.. i think im just going to go for the 4rth gen and get a new set of wheels... gona sell the Bike =[

I want LSD... what 4rd Gen Has them and how do i check if they are still good or worn out?

 

would this fit in my camaro? is it a good price? how can i check if the posi is still good?
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