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Author: Subject: Sierra, Granada 7.5" diff back plate
GavMax

posted on 31/12/19 at 12:04 PM Reply With Quote
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

posted on 31/12/19 at 01:24 PM Reply With Quote
weld nut on it, and make alot of heat. Heat will realse from seized. Maybe you can save





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nick205

posted on 2/1/20 at 02:49 PM Reply With Quote
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

posted on 2/1/20 at 05:26 PM Reply With Quote
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

posted on 3/1/20 at 12:54 PM Reply With Quote
Good to hear you've solved it
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