Table of Contents
What is a 10 Bolt diff?
The Salisbury diff is sometimes referred to as a 10-bolt because it has 10 bolts holding the crown wheel and there are 10 bolts holding the cover on. However, despite the similar name, there are absolutely no interchangeable parts between these and American GM 10-bolt diffs.
Does a differential cover make a difference?
Benefits. Strength: Having a stronger differential cover can provide extra safety for pickup owners with high-horsepower engines or for those who head off-road. Many aftermarket covers are thicker than factory covers, sporting additional cross bracing for improved strength and cooling.
Is a 12-bolt rear end good?
When the 12-bolt rearend is properly assembled, it’s the strongest passenger-vehicle rearend Chevy ever produced. GM engineers designed the 12-bolt to be a durable piece that could handle the torque output of its big displacement engines.
How do you reseal a diff?
Fixing the rear differential oil leak – resealing with RTV…
- Loosen bolts.
- Prize open case.
- Drain oil.
- Scrape off old gasket sealant with a plastic scraper.
- Clean cover plate.
- Apply sealant (gasket maker or RTV silicone)
- Place cover back on and hand tighten.
- Fully tighten and leave for 24 hours before filling with oil.
What happens if your differential is leaking?
The differential fluid lubricates the ring and pinion gears which transfer power from the driveshaft to the wheel axle. If your vehicle experiences differential fluid leaks, the fluid lubricating these gears will run low and as a result, the gears can be seriously damaged.
How can you tell if a bolt is 10 or 12 bolts?
First, the 10-bolt’s pinion shaft diameter is 1.438 (25 splines) while the 12-bolt is 1.625 (30 splines) which makes the 12-bolt 13 percent larger in diameter and therefore stronger.