How much does it cost to fix differential?
How much does it cost to fix differential?
The cost to replace a rear differential ranges from $200 to $400. However, if repairs included changing the gears, the price can jump significantly up to $1500 to $4500. Your vehicle’s rear differential is responsible for controlling the rotation of your wheels.
How to tell the rear axle ratio of an Astro van?
ASTRO/SAFARI REAR AXLE The easiest way to find out which rear end gear ratio your van has is to look in your glove box at the RPO sticker. The RPO codes will tell you ALL of your vans specific options including your rear end gear ratio. CLICK ABOVE TO SEE A RPO STICKER FROM A 1989 ASTRO/SAFARI VAN RPO AXLE CODE LIST BELOW: GU2 2:73 ratio
Is there a 1996 Chevy Astro for sale?
Here’s a green van for sale! 1996 Chevrolet Astro AWD. It has been a dedicated daily driver for most of the last year and a half. Good windshield. Front and rear wipers and washers work, rear defrost, front and rear heat all work well. The tires are still in decent shape and with the all wheel drive this thing is a real success in winter.
What is the RPO code on a 1989 Astro van?
CLICK ABOVE TO SEE A RPO STICKER FROM A 1989 ASTRO/SAFARI VAN RPO AXLE CODE LIST BELOW: GU2 2:73 ratio GU43:08 ratio GU53:23 ratio GU63:42 ratio GT43:73 ratio GT54:10 ratio GQ1Open Differential Rear Axle G80GOV-LOC Rear Axle NOTE! The RPO CODE on the sticker only shows which rear axle was installed at the factory.
Where is the code on a Chevy Astro?
You will notice the code is located on the front of the tube on the passengers side of the van. However, I have found that on 1988 and older, the code is found on the front of the drivers side axle tube. NOTE! The first 3 letters of the code stamp are the ones that matter.
ASTRO/SAFARI REAR AXLE The easiest way to find out which rear end gear ratio your van has is to look in your glove box at the RPO sticker. The RPO codes will tell you ALL of your vans specific options including your rear end gear ratio. CLICK ABOVE TO SEE A RPO STICKER FROM A 1989 ASTRO/SAFARI VAN RPO AXLE CODE LIST BELOW: GU2 2:73 ratio
CLICK ABOVE TO SEE A RPO STICKER FROM A 1989 ASTRO/SAFARI VAN RPO AXLE CODE LIST BELOW: GU2 2:73 ratio GU43:08 ratio GU53:23 ratio GU63:42 ratio GT43:73 ratio GT54:10 ratio GQ1Open Differential Rear Axle G80GOV-LOC Rear Axle NOTE! The RPO CODE on the sticker only shows which rear axle was installed at the factory.
You will notice the code is located on the front of the tube on the passengers side of the van. However, I have found that on 1988 and older, the code is found on the front of the drivers side axle tube. NOTE! The first 3 letters of the code stamp are the ones that matter.
Where to find the Axle code on an Astro Safari?
CLICK ABOVE TO SEE WHAT A G80 GOV-LOC REAR END LOOKS LIKE AXLE TUBE CODES CLICK ABOVE TO SEE WHERE YOU WILL FIND THE AXLE CODE STAMP ON A 1989+ ASTRO/SAFARI VAN The surefire way to find out which gear ratio your rear axle has is to look at the spot you see pointed out in the image above.
