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Sierra, Granada 7.5" diff back plate
GavMax - 31/12/19 at 12:04 PM

Hi all

I'm looking for a Sierra, Granada diff back plate with a filler plug that can be removed.

Mine has seized solid and whilst I plan to machine it out, I suspect that the thread will strip when I eventually get to it so am looking for an alternative to allow me to refit the diff.

Thanks

Gavin

fregis - 31/12/19 at 01:24 PM

weld nut on it, and make alot of heat. Heat will realse from seized. Maybe you can save

nick205 - 2/1/20 at 02:49 PM

quote:
Originally posted by fregis
weld nut on it, and make alot of heat. Heat will realse from seized. Maybe you can save


I've used the weld a nut on approach with locking car wheel nuts when I didn't have the tool for them. It worked just fine. As said the heat from the welding process may help free the seized thread as well.

GavMax - 2/1/20 at 05:26 PM

Thanks for the advice - heat and a small dose of brute force have solved the problem so no need to source a replacement.

Helpful replies were greatly appreciated

Gavin

nick205 - 3/1/20 at 12:54 PM

Good to hear you've solved it