mjamesb80
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- 2002 Ford Explorer XLT
I have a whining noise coming from the rear.
From what I've read, it is the ring and pinion that needs replacing.
Auto Shop said it would be about $800 to fix.
My questions for you guys:
Would I save buy purchasing the parts myself?
also
Does the below description sound like the correct kit?
MOTIVE GEAR MASTER KIT -- For ring and pinion with 8.8 in. ring diameter, 1.626 in. pinion diameter, 30 splines, 10 bolts; Includes Timken pinion bearing, pinion seal, Timken carrier bearings, gear marking compound, crush sleeve, pinion nut, brush, Loctite adhesive, cover gasket, ring gear bolts, pinion shims, and carrier shims.
Fit Note: Rear 8.8 in. (10 Bolt)
Product Fit: Direct fit
Quantity Sold: Kit
Fits the following 2002 Ford Explorer submodels:
2002: XLT; 6 Cyl 4.0L;
$119.40
From what I've read, it is the ring and pinion that needs replacing.
Auto Shop said it would be about $800 to fix.
My questions for you guys:
Would I save buy purchasing the parts myself?
also
Does the below description sound like the correct kit?
MOTIVE GEAR MASTER KIT -- For ring and pinion with 8.8 in. ring diameter, 1.626 in. pinion diameter, 30 splines, 10 bolts; Includes Timken pinion bearing, pinion seal, Timken carrier bearings, gear marking compound, crush sleeve, pinion nut, brush, Loctite adhesive, cover gasket, ring gear bolts, pinion shims, and carrier shims.
Fit Note: Rear 8.8 in. (10 Bolt)
Product Fit: Direct fit
Quantity Sold: Kit
Fits the following 2002 Ford Explorer submodels:
2002: XLT; 6 Cyl 4.0L;
$119.40