Chip in ring gear acceptable?
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Thanks for the advise guys. I guess if I've cracked it open this far, i might as well replace the parts (i dont want to take the chance of having a larger chunk break off and ruin the new LSD im going to install). Maybe it will give me an opportunity to rethink rear end ratios.
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Stock ratio 93' manual fd = 4.10
Correct me if im wrong:
Stock ratio 93' manual fd = 4.10
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Thanks for the advise guys. I guess if I've cracked it open this far, i might as well replace the parts (i dont want to take the chance of having a larger chunk break off and ruin the new LSD im going to install). Maybe it will give me an opportunity to rethink rear end ratios.
Correct me if im wrong:
Stock ratio 93' manual fd = 4.10
Correct me if im wrong:
Stock ratio 93' manual fd = 4.10
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It looks like a handling damage on the corner, away from the contact area.
I would use a small grinder bit and smooth out the chip, then check the contact to ensure the contact pattern does clear the chip by a couple mm. (Of course the contact pattern will spread out).
This all assumes you are willing to set up the whole diff and chance it not working out. If that's not your style replace the set.
I would use a small grinder bit and smooth out the chip, then check the contact to ensure the contact pattern does clear the chip by a couple mm. (Of course the contact pattern will spread out).
This all assumes you are willing to set up the whole diff and chance it not working out. If that's not your style replace the set.
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So, a little update for you guys. I'm attempting to source a used rx8 (4.44) ring and pinion (Dale Clark style). I was quoted $250 for the entire differential assembly, but i may shop around a bit. Appreciate the help guys.
-Dave P.
-Dave P.
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