Seeking Experienced and Reputable shop to rebuild my Diff - Syracuse, NY

ebdyguy

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As title states I am looking for a shop with experience rebuilding the Aluminm case 8.8 differential for my Cobra. Doing a gear swap and most likely freshen up all the bearings and seals.

I have done steel units and SRA years ago, but don't have the spreader and other unique tools for doing the aluminum case version. I live in close proximity to Syracuse and would like to find a place that can do this besides the local dealer.

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Hey, I'm from cuse too! I actually just rebuilt my rear end, but im also SRA. Im not sure how much the irs housing differs but I have the majority of the tools required, im also no expert by any means. My buddy is building a TT cobra and he swears by a place in Rochestor for rear ends, they did his. Im not sure what its called ill have to ask him.
 

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That would be great ! Rochester is a bit far - but please post the name & number just in case. The aluminum IRS requires a few more tool - primarily a case spreader to remove and install the diff unit. Plus the bearing tools for the stub shaft bearings and maybe a couple others. I would really like to find someone good in or near Syracuse - but Rochester isn't totally out of the question.
 

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The place is called RJ profab. Honestly, I dont know of any place local that I would trust with these cars. That reminds me, do you get your car tuned around here? Im looking for a tuner
 

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Thanks. No I have not had my car tuned. Actually my car is in pieces right now getting a "makeover" . I have the diff out and looking for a place to do the rebuild work on it. I would be bringing just the diff - not the whole car. The dealer hit me up with an incredibly large quote for doing just the diff rebuild. $550 plus parts !! It is not rocket science - same as almost any other diff but you need a case spreader to work on these aluminum housings.
 

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No problem. His car is going to make serious power and he trusts the work they do. Should have good luck if you decide to take it there.
 

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I HIGHLY recommend 10thredvert. He built mine with billet bearing caps, Detroit true track, solid crush sleeve, and proper gear depth for my uses. Shipping from Fl to Ill was only $75 and I only wound up paying 1 way as I found a Mark VIII rear near him which he picked up, checked over, tested and ultimately used for the build. This made the project a true plug and play. If you can't find him email me [email protected] and I'll give you his email addy. or phone number.

BTW don't use FRPP gears as they are made by motive and chip/break easily. I stuck with OE ratio and used the basic ford gear from the factory.
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