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Okay, good news so far! 41/11 = 3.73 on both the old and new front diff. On the rear, I guess I just need to get in there and count teeth to verify? I bought my 83 from a friend who bought it new, and I'd be surprised if she had any rear diff work done. But you're right Petros, better safe than ...

Great, thanks Gottolovem! I got the new diff Tuesday, and am hoping to get it knocked out this weekend.

Good, said its coming out of an 83 identical to mine, so hopefully. Any thoughts on how to verify its the right part? I don't think mine has any identifying marks. Best bet, side by side comparison? Charged me $150.

Thanks Gottolovem, a yard in NC found one for me in Eastern OK. Got it ordered and should be set. If it turns out to be the wrong part, I'll check back with you.

Great suggestions, thanks!!!

irowiki, I tried car-part yesterday, but didn't get near the results you did--skills.

Petros - yes the front bell housing/diff assembly is what I mean by the transaxle, and definitely would prefer not to attempt any removal of the front diff. assembly. My wife is going ...

Hello everyone!

New member, long time fan of Tercel 4WD--been courting my 83 SR5 for a couple years now. Got her in pretty good shape from a friend for $850.00, original owner with only 127,000, minor body work issues, bad a/c compressor, leaky boots, bad front seal, and some minor vacuum troubles ...