Question on pinion seal / install kit
07-08-2012, 11:45 AM
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Question on pinion seal / install kit Ok so I am looking to replace my 2 series carrier and 2.73s in my 98. I found a 3 series carrier from an 02 and a gear set from an 01.
I read that the pinion seal changed in 01 late year. When I'm looking for install kits I see different options for different years. Do I buy the kit for my 98 since that is the housing they will be going in? Do I get the kit for an 02 since that is the year of the carrier?
Any input on this would be appreciated. Thanks!
I read that the pinion seal changed in 01 late year. When I'm looking for install kits I see different options for different years. Do I buy the kit for my 98 since that is the housing they will be going in? Do I get the kit for an 02 since that is the year of the carrier?
Any input on this would be appreciated. Thanks!
07-08-2012, 02:32 PM
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Ok so then I would get one for my 98. Anyone else care to chime in with some more info? I want to make sure I get all the proper parts before I take it somewhere to get this installed. Thanks
07-09-2012, 10:07 AM
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Buy the regular Ratech kit. It comes with the older seal, which is what you need. The seal changed in 01 and the newer cars (like mine) require a newer seal. I've seen very early production 01 models use the older seal so I suspect they changed it somewhat mid-year.
