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Blew seal and differential is destroyed thinking of replaceing whole rear end assly.

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Probably a good idea. Be sure to match the axle ratio to the one you have if its a 4x4. It would be good idea to drain old lube and replace with fresh lube. Also a good time to hang new rear brake pads. Sometimes you can find a wreck and see the mileage on the speedo too. Then just a matter of unbolting axle tube and switching out.

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