How can I tell if the trac-lok is fried when shopping for a rear end assembly

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Posted by gercolla1 (Member # 3068) on :

My rear is just puttin' down one line.I just want to replace the whole rear end.I see alot out there for sale for reasonable prices.How can I tell if the limited slip unit is still in good shape,reguardless if the fluid in the housing is clean or drained. [burnout]

Posted by Fostang (Member # 3752) on :

anything over 20K and the track lock is dead. [Big Grin]

For my personal taste that is.

Your best bet is to have it rebuilt.

Posted by Blowfish (Member # 4043) on :

I had mine rebuilt by Petes gear shop in Hayward. Parts were under $100. Good luck

Posted by nitrous_bob (Member # 77) on :

i agree...assume that it IS broken.

i would keep your existing and build it how you want it...go w/ an auburn

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