Diff Help Required.....

[300TDi Disco]

Hi, I have replaced the prop uj's and i noticed that where the prop joins the diff there is about 1/4 turn before it stops. I take it that there is play in the diff. Is this a problem? and how can i fix it?

Regards

Matt.

[J.D.]

If it is not noticeable when driving, don't worry about it too much and be gentle with the clutch. Easiest way to cure it is to slap a new diff in the front, but a good one with very little play.

Replacing the diff flange can help, as sometimes the splines on the flange are worn.

[casper]

1/4 would not worry about on if u are getting half a turn. most of them will have 1/4 turn. you can also check it where the prop bolts onto shaft goin into the diff if that moves up and down ie has play in it

[Range Rover Blues]

Particularly on the front it is a combination of wear in the diff, crown wheel assembly and in the splines and the CV joints, on a LR there are 6 splined drives in the front plus any wear in the CV, all of which adds up.

[300TDi Disco]

Particularly on the front it is a combination of wear in the diff, crown wheel assembly and in the splines and the CV joints, on a LR there are 6 splined drives in the front plus any wear in the CV, all of which adds up.

Intresting, i have got the cvjoints to do next i will find out and let you guys know,  cheers