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11-06-2004, 08:15 AM | #1 | |
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How can I convert to limited slip differential?
How difficult and/or expensive would it be to convert my '04 Silverado's differential to a limited slip or locking differential? What all parts would I need (housing, guts, etc)? Would it be cheaper to get aftermarket stuff, even if I go through gmpartsdirect.com? Would either the transmission or engine management need to be reprogrammed? Before '04, I think they called it limited slip...now they call it 'locking'. Has it really changed? I'm not looking for a performance upgrade...just traction in mud and snow. Thanks.
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11-06-2004, 04:32 PM | #2 | |
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I'm assuming it's a 1/2 ton. You need a gov -loc carrier unit, 10 bolt, 30 spline axles. The Ring gear should fit onn the new one. get a GM unit so you don't have to shim it for backlash (should be done anyways). you will need 2 LM501330 carrier side bearings and races made by timken (don't get cheap bearings). And you are looking at 500 for the unit and $60 in bearings, and I hope you have a bearing splitter and press.
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11-08-2004, 12:10 AM | #3 | |
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Re: How can I convert to limited slip differential?
Ithink there is a kit in www.stylinconcepts.com, try there...
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11-08-2004, 05:01 PM | #4 | |
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Re: How can I convert to limited slip differential?
I wouldnt buy a gov loc if I were u there a plenty of places on the internet that sell limited slip units I would recommend jegs or summitt racing but cheaper units/complete kits can be found brand new on ebay
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11-09-2004, 12:57 AM | #5 | |
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Sure you can get a Eaton or a Alburn..etc. I was just trying to keep it simple. Because the Gov-Loc is GM's stock limited slip replacement.
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11-09-2004, 08:44 AM | #6 | |
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Re: How can I convert to limited slip differential?
If you are not going to be doing any hard core 4wheeling then I would go with the Auburn or some sort of limited slip. I agree with the above. Stay away from the gov lock. Not heavy duty at all.
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11-09-2004, 08:48 AM | #7 | |
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Thanks!
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11-10-2004, 02:39 PM | #8 | |
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Re: How can I convert to limited slip differential?
costs about $150.00 to install in my area
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11-12-2004, 07:52 AM | #9 | |
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Re: How can I convert to limited slip differential?
or just get a Z71 and 4 wheel low is all the locking tracktion you need :-D
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11-12-2004, 07:55 AM | #10 | |
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Re: How can I convert to limited slip differential?
Im surprised that that chevy doesn't come standard with a limited slip.
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11-13-2004, 03:12 PM | #11 | |
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Re: How can I convert to limited slip differential?
I've been thinking about a powertrax from richmond gear. Seems simple enough to install and the price sounds good.
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