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Old Jan 22, 2015 | 11:53 PM
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Hey,

My rear bearings need replacing mechanic said replacing whole differential is easier and cheaper.? Any thoughts????
2008 F150 close to 200,000 kms

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Old Jan 23, 2015 | 09:55 PM
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I would replace the whole differential than just the bearings. Look up a company that specializes in differentials the price should be around $800- $1100 for a complete rebuild of the differential, compared to a $1200-$2600 that is from the dealership estimate.
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Old Jan 24, 2015 | 04:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Mayday13
Hey,

My rear bearings need replacing mechanic said replacing whole differential is easier and cheaper.? Any thoughts????
2008 F150 close to 200,000 kms

Thanks
had my pinion bearings replaced a couple of months ago by a mobile mechanic in my driveway cost me $550.00 2000 f150
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Old Jan 24, 2015 | 04:38 PM
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Originally Posted by stevetheplumber
had my pinion bearings replaced a couple of months ago by a mobile mechanic in my driveway cost me $550.00 2000 f150
Ouch.
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