Back axle and diff

Post by **youngun** » Sun Mar 15, 2009 7:22 pm

Its been a while since I split the diff and axle, the time has come to put the two back together.
So, Im guessing the diff has to be correctly orienated in the axle....how do you tell, or will it only fit one way?
Also, is there a gasket between the two faces, if so what is the thickness roughly as I usually make my own gaskets from cereal box card!

Whilst on the subject of running gear and suspension, What are peoples views on Polybushes? Im planning to use a full set for front and rear suspension.

YG

Post by **bmcecosse** » Sun Mar 15, 2009 7:26 pm

It must be right way up - the half shafts must go in ! Yes there is a gasket -cheap to buy! But cereal box will be about right thickness. Yes to Poly bushes - but don't get the super hard 'racing' bushes - get something a bit more pliable and suitable for road use.

Post by **aupickup** » Sun Mar 15, 2009 7:28 pm

superflex bushes are the best
and they are a good fit unlike some other makes and products

Post by **youngun** » Sun Mar 15, 2009 7:31 pm

What about the polybush kit that ESM do? Seems rather cheap compared to some kits ive seen.

Thanks,
YG

Post by **bmcecosse** » Sun Mar 15, 2009 8:00 pm

Why not ask JLH ? Generally - you get what you pay for.

Post by **aupickup** » Sun Mar 15, 2009 8:05 pm

SUPERFLEX ARE NOT THAT EXPENSIVE WHEN COMPARED WITH OTHERS

I HAVE USED OTHER MAKES AND THEY A TERRIBLE FIT, AND SOME NEEDED CUTTING DOWN

NOT SO WITH SUPERFLEX

Post by **bmcecosse** » Sun Mar 15, 2009 9:02 pm

Sounds like a pretty good recommendation for Superflex then !

Post by **GeoffC** » Sun Mar 15, 2009 10:22 pm

It should only fit one way, with the crown wheel on the left side.

Post by **mike.perry** » Sun Mar 15, 2009 11:10 pm

I have had problems with poly bushes squeaking, so I smear them wiith grease when fitting them

Post by **youngun** » Mon Mar 16, 2009 9:21 pm

aupickup wrote:SUPERFLEX ARE NOT THAT EXPENSIVE WHEN COMPARED WITH OTHERS

I HAVE USED OTHER MAKES AND THEY A TERRIBLE FIT, AND SOME NEEDED CUTTING DOWN

NOT SO WITH SUPERFLEX

OK
WHERE DO I GET THEM FROM???

YG

Post by **youngun** » Mon Mar 16, 2009 9:22 pm

GeoffC wrote:It should only fit one way, with the crown wheel on the left side.

Thanks Geoff!

Post by **bmcecosse** » Mon Mar 16, 2009 9:40 pm

As I suggested earlier - http://www.jlhmorrisminors.co.uk/store/ ... t&catId=21

Post by **youngun** » Tue Mar 17, 2009 7:27 pm

Thanks BM, id forgot you'd mentioned JLH eariler.

I spose the best thing to do would be to just buy all that lot? Would I need anything else...they dont seem to do bottom trunnion bushes?

YG

Post by **bmcecosse** » Tue Mar 17, 2009 7:46 pm

Bottom trunnion bushes - are phosphor bronze - inside the trunnion! The only Poly bush you MUST fit - is the top trunnion set, makes a huge difference. The others are optional - you decide if you think the expense is justified over standard bushes. My Minis all had poly bushes -everywhere, my Minor only has the top trunnion set. Some say poly all round makes the car 'harsh' and noisy. I'm sure many others will swear by them !

Post by **youngun** » Tue Mar 17, 2009 8:16 pm

Well I might as well go Poly all round.
Would someone be kind enough to give me a list of what I need?

thanks,
YG

Post by **bmcecosse** » Tue Mar 17, 2009 8:21 pm

I'm sure JLH will keep you right - maybe they do a 'deal' on a complete set! Ask Jonathon - tell him I sent you!!!!!!!

Post by **Jefftav** » Wed Mar 18, 2009 8:55 am

I seem to remember BullMotiff had a deal on a full set of polybushes a while back, might be worth asking them.