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Old Jul 7, 2008 | 07:48 AM
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I just installed a Thunder Racing (TA) diff cover this weekend and noticed it doesn't have the magnet inside like the stock had. The stock cover had some metal shavings on it which I expected after researching.

Does the TA cover have this built-in somewhere that I'm not aware of? It seems important =P
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Old Jul 7, 2008 | 09:19 AM
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I just installed a Thunder Racing (TA) diff cover this weekend and noticed it doesn't have the magnet inside like the stock had. The stock cover had some metal shavings on it which I expected after researching.

Does the TA cover have this built-in somewhere that I'm not aware of? It seems important =P

My JEG'S cover didn't either. Plus it's aluminum so it won't stick
I believe the intent of the drain and fill plugs is that you will maintain it more offen that OEM recommendation thus negating the need for the magnet.
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Good to know. Thanks =)
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Old Jul 10, 2008 | 06:49 PM
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Im almost wondering if u can put the magnet in the bottom of the diff.....
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or you could use a magnetic drain plug.
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