Greetings from New Mexico, the land of Enchantment. I have been lurking
here for a few weeks. I have been getting our two Spitfires out on the road
this month. I was quickly reminded of the problem I had been having last fall
when I stopped driving mine for the winter - the differential sounds like it
is getting ready to give up the ghost. There is a significant amount of
play in the input shaft at the differential. The ujoints seem to not have
any play in them. I get a rather serious clunk from the rear end on
starting up and when pushing in the clutch. Also, even driving at steady speed
I hear a noticable rumbling from the rear. Thus I am contemplating replacing
the differential, hopefully before it totally goes out on me. Does anyone
know of a good source? Victoria has one listed for $499.95, which beats
TRF which wants $799.95. My car is a 1979, NOT California. Any suggestions
on a good source will be appreciated. Anyone had experience with the ones
from Victoria or TRF? Are they good quality? I have had pretty good luck
with both providers on other parts, but have not bought a major component from
them - yet. Thanks.
Bob Clark
rehc@lanl.gov
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