Russell 1

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I removed the prop shaft to replace the diff oil seal today. After disconnecting the donut I have noticed there is a lot of play. The yolk will turn about 12mm. Upon draining the oil a lot of sludge came out with metal filings and a roll pin. Is the diff shagged? I do get a thump going on and off the power.
I also changed the automatic gear box oil today and when changing from drive to reverse with my foot on the brake there is a thump.
 
The pictures are bad but you just about get the idea, the pin was loose and could slide out and rub on the crown wheel.
The new diff I fitted was nowhere near as bad but you could see it starting to wear the same. How do you stop it doing this is ?
 

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The pictures are bad but you just about get the idea, the pin was loose and could slide out and rub on the crown wheel.
The new diff I fitted was nowhere near as bad but you could see it starting to wear the same. How do you stop it doing this is ?
drive more forgivengly or buy a 4 pin carrier
 

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