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   jc21 | Sep 04, 2002 12:12am | #1

   I've had 2 F-150's, 87 and a 91 ............ never any problems with the difs- I assume they are the same as the US versions.. The 87 I used to pull tree stumps and old concrete piers out with. Could be the housing is bent. Use it offroad? Not familiar with the replacement you have in in mind. You might consider using synthetic gear lube in the replacement. There was a light duty F 250 (6200 GVW) available then with a beefier rear axle than the F 150 (5450 GVW). It should fit in your truck. Don't know if it was offered in your part of the world but perhaps a wrecking yard would have one. Good Luck.

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   RobBuilda | Sep 04, 2002 09:59am | #12

   thanks for the repy.

   Ill try the different oil with the new diff.

   The diff in my truck is different to US ones as it was built in OZ.

   Regards

   Rob

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   jsvenson | Sep 04, 2002 01:04am | #2

   Curto,

   I have 320,000 mi. on my 90 F-150, and although the engine's been replaced 3 times and the tranny twice, I'm running the original rear diff. I've not been easy on this truck.

   Maybe they're less reliable down your way?

   John Svenson, Builder, Remodeler, NE Ohio (Formerly posted as JRS)
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   RobBuilda | Sep 04, 2002 09:32am | #8

   Svenny

   Thanks for your reply.

   The problem may be that the truck ive got was made in Australia & doesnt have the dahna diff that most US trucks have.

   I went with the US Auburn & $1500 AUS dollars later will pick her up tomorrow Thursday.

   Thanks again

   Rob

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   FramerJay | Sep 04, 2002 02:43am | #3

   The Ford 8.8 is a very robust axle...has been used in full-size, light duty ford trucks since it replaced the ford "9-inch" in the early 80s. Now is used also in explorer, sport-tracs, rangers. I'm wondering two things: A) what kind/displacement engine you have, and 2) if the mechanic that does your work is adjusting the gears correctly when installing them. As far as parts go, have you looked into U.S. mail-order companies, like those found in the popular off-road magazines? In any case, good luck with the repair, as I know gear swaps are not cheap.

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   RobBuilda | Sep 04, 2002 09:38am | #9

   Captain Strap

   Thanks for your reply.

   My trucks a 351 V8. Ive asked the mechanic about the gears & he assures me that he has adjusted them correctly.

   I pick it up in the morning & hope that she will be fine.

   Regards

   Rob

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   JohnSprung | Sep 04, 2002 02:59am | #4

   You might try http://www.ford-trucks.com or http://www.pickuptruck.com.

   This kind of problem is very unusual, maybe you can find some help there.

   -- J.S.

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   RobBuilda | Sep 04, 2002 09:41am | #10

   John

   thanks for your reply & Ill try those sites.

   Regards

   Rob

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   ReinTaul | Sep 04, 2002 03:07am | #5

   How much does the part weigh? Maybe you could find out the shipping charge and have one of these nice people on the board send you a unit and save something over the importer's charges.

   I can't say if they are gouging, but maybe they are?

   Could it be that all that driving upside down in doing something to a US truck?

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   RobBuilda | Sep 04, 2002 09:48am | #11

   Reintaul

   Thanks for your reply.

   The part has now been supplied & installed but thanks for the other option.

   And as for this upside down driving its a fine art we have perfected.

   My Mates & I sometimes wonder about the back to front things you fellas say.

   We watch this old house on the cable & thay talk about 2 x 4 & back splashes.

   Things we down here call 4 x 2s & splash backs.

   One thing seems similar though that its just as hard to make a buck here as it is for you blokes.But at least your dollar is worth more.

   Regards

   Rob

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   Mooney | Sep 04, 2002 05:53am | #6

   Rob, do you not have salvage yards ?

   Tim Mooney

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   RobBuilda | Sep 04, 2002 09:29am | #7

   Tim

   thanks for the suggestion but down here latter model f series trucks are difficult to find even wrecked ones most traesmen use hilux or holden utes.

   regards

   rob