Did you check the U-joints on the axle half-shafts? Perhaps one of
those has let go. Or the connection from the inside yoke to the
diff. I would guess (at a first whack) that it won't be internal,
since I don't recall hearing you speak of any ugly noises recently.
HTH,
Donald.
> From: "Chris & Kelly Sharp" <4sharps@lvcm.com>
> Date: Tue, 13 May 2003 20:23:11 -0700
>
> Hey Spit Listers!
>
> I've just about finished the rolling renovation of my '64 Spitfire4 (MK I).
> Rebuilt engine w/ new cam, rebuilt transmission w/ MK II clutch assembly,
> new exhaust system, new U-joints through out. New floors, rocker panels,
> shocks, trunions, paint, interior, Fiero seats... the list goes on. The
> one think I think I haven't remove, replaced, repaired, remanufactured or
> any other re-word to is the differential. OK, I did replace the pinion seal
> and top it off with 90W.
>
> So, guess just went out? You guessed it, the diff! Got in it to go home
> from work, dropped it in reverse, and heard terrible racket from the rear
> end. Trailered it home, put it on jackstands. Symptom: I can turn one
> rear wheel without the opposite wheel or the drive shaft turning.
>
> Long story short, I think I need a replacement diff unless it's easy to
> rebuild the existing. Suggestions anyone?
>
> Regards,
>
> Chris
> '64 Spitfire 4 BFC26375L
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