GavMax
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| posted on 31/12/19 at 12:04 PM |
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Sierra, Granada 7.5" diff back plate
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
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fregis
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| posted on 31/12/19 at 01:24 PM |
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weld nut on it, and make alot of heat. Heat will realse from seized. Maybe you can save 
Never be afraid to do what you are insolvent, remember: amateurs built the ark - Professionals built the Titanic.
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nick205
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| posted on 2/1/20 at 02:49 PM |
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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.
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GavMax
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| posted on 2/1/20 at 05:26 PM |
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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
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nick205
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| posted on 3/1/20 at 12:54 PM |
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Good to hear you've solved it 
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