BrettOlbrys
Well-known member
I have never done diff service before, so I have a few questions. I had to remove the center diff because I THOUGHT I stripped the gears because my 2022 Kronos XTR wheels froze and there were metal shavings in the chassis. But after taking it apart, it wasn't the gears at all.
Apparently, two bevel gear screws became loose and started eating into the motor mount, and essentially started to grind it down (pictures attached).
1) Based on the photos, do I need to replace the motor mount?
Since I had the center diff out, I figured I would open it up to check the fluid level. Since I have never opened a diff before, I attached some photos for my questions.
2) Is the diff lubricant supposed to be dark or more clear like fresh engine oil?
3) Does the amount of oil look good?
Last issue, when I was removing the center diff motor mount and parts, a little silicone "something" was sitting in the bottom of my chassis.
4) Any idea what it is, and should there be two or just the one?
Thanks
Brett
Also, when replacing the diff oil, do you disassemble the entire diff and clean off every single gear and part of the old oil before adding the new oil?
Apparently, two bevel gear screws became loose and started eating into the motor mount, and essentially started to grind it down (pictures attached).
1) Based on the photos, do I need to replace the motor mount?
Since I had the center diff out, I figured I would open it up to check the fluid level. Since I have never opened a diff before, I attached some photos for my questions.
2) Is the diff lubricant supposed to be dark or more clear like fresh engine oil?
3) Does the amount of oil look good?
Last issue, when I was removing the center diff motor mount and parts, a little silicone "something" was sitting in the bottom of my chassis.
4) Any idea what it is, and should there be two or just the one?
Thanks
Brett
Also, when replacing the diff oil, do you disassemble the entire diff and clean off every single gear and part of the old oil before adding the new oil?