DIFFERENTIAL MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

IMPORTANCE OF DIFFERENTIALS

Every vehicle has a front or rear differential. A differential is a gearbox with three components, including a ring gear, a side gear, and a pinion gear.

Its main function is between the two sides of the car. The differential helps to supply power from the engine to the wheel axles. This helps the wheels to turn to the right or left. A two-wheel drive car does not require a rear differential. However, a four-wheel drive transmission requires both front and rear differentials.

The differential is used to transfer power to the vehicle’s wheels. It regulates wheel speed when the vehicle is traveling through turns. The differential allows the wheels to turn at a certain speed while maintaining control.

Any vehicle without a differential will not drive steadily. Most four-wheel drive vehicles have a rear differential, and the front wheels have differentials in the rear. The differential for the front is known as the rear axle. It is located between the front wheels. In other vehicles, the differential is necessary to regulate power between the wheels.

Ressorts Industriels Inc. / Centre de Camion C.T. CAM Inc specializes in repair, diagnosis, remanufacturing, and refurbishment of quality parts.

DIFFERENTIAL REPAIR: THINGS TO CONSIDER

When choosing a differential repair service, it is important to consider the area where you drive most often. It is crucial to consider the terrain on which the vehicle will be driven. Gravel roads and dirt roads will have an impact on the vehicle’s differential.

Differential maintenance varies from one vehicle to another. Using differential fluid will have a positive impact on the health and safety of the vehicle. When the vehicle’s differential makes noise, it means that the vehicle is not sufficiently lubricated. The average cost of repairing differentials depends on the type of repair.

Sometimes, it’s not just the rear end that needs repairing. Replacing the oil is not a major repair and will not be very expensive. However, if the differential requires more extensive repairs, it will be more costly.

Lubrication is essential to keep the truck’s differential in good condition. Changing the differential on a regular basis is necessary.

If you do not lubricate the differential on a daily basis, the vehicle will not drive as expected. The differential oil must be in good condition. Differential gears can overheat due to friction. Therefore, using differential oil will help prevent equipment wear.

SALES, REPAIR, AND INSTALLATION OF DIFFERENTIALS

We rebuild using original products as well as products from qualified suppliers. We rebuild and sell our own units or rebuild customer units when required.

Our rebuilt units are guaranteed and cost less than buying new ones.

WEIGHT CLASSES:

Differential weights:

  • 18,000 lbs
  • 23,000 lbs
  • 38,000 lbs
  • 40,000 lbs
  • 44,000 lbs
  • 46,000 lbs
  • 48,000 lbs
  • 55,000 lbs

TRUCK DIFFERENTIAL BRANDS:

  • Meritor (Rockwell)
  • Eaton Clark
  • Mack
  • GM
  • Spicer
  • Dana
  • New Process
  • International
  • Navistar
  • Planétaire
  • Planétaire

COMPLETE RECONDITIONED UNIT WITH EXCHANGE SYSTEM OR UNIT REPAIRED IN COMPONENTS:

  • Gears
  • Ring & Pinion
  • Bearing
  • Bracket
  • Cages
  • Power separator
  • Cross shaft
  • Wheel axle bearing
  • Ratio change
  • Vibration problem
  • Rear axle (replace or repair)

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Please feel free to call or email us with any questions you may have regarding the sale, installation, and repair of your truck transmission and differential. Rest assured that your truck will be in the capable hands of a highly experienced specialist throughout its stay at Ressorts Industriels Inc. / Centre de Camion C.T. CAM Inc.

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