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How does Your differential actually work ?

posted on 1 October 2014 in Axle and Differential info

I found this great old video on YouTube explaining how your cars differential actually works.The video explains this in a really simple way, it may be old but nothings changed in 100 years !I thought ...more info >>>

How to mend your Ford Capri axle back cover oil leak

posted on 24 May 2014 in Axle and Differential info

Oil leaking from the back cover of your Ford Capri axle is a very common problemThe cause of the leaking is rust, it eats through the back plate and perforates the steel, ultimately ending in tiny hol...more info >>>

How to measure crown wheel & pinion backlash on a ZF limited slip differential

posted on 24 May 2014 in Axle and Differential info

Measuring crown wheel and pinion gear backlash with a dial indicator gaugeHere is a simple short video showing how the backlash is measured between the crown wheel gear teeth and pinion gear teeth on ...more info >>>

About Ford English diff and rear axle wheel bearing kits

posted on 12 December 2012 in Axle and Differential info

Ford English rear axle wheel bearing kit by SKFWill fit Ford English "Timken pull out" type axles fitted to Mk2 Cortina, Escort Mk1, Escort Mk2, Capri 1600, Lotus 7, Kitcars etc.Every week i receive c...more info >>>

How to rebuild car axles and differentials instruction guide book

posted on 17 November 2012 in Axle and Differential info

One question i get asked often is "can i rebuild my own diff" ?Yes you can with common sense, a few tools and a little mechanical knowledge.I recently came across this great instruction manual.It give...more info >>>