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Where to get a diff installed?

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25 Mar 2023 21:35 #248232 by Gadget
Toying with the idea of buying a Quaife ATB for the rear of my Jimny, but I've no idea where to get it installed once I buy it.

Any recommendations for garages/workshops who know what they're doing with Jimnys? Closer to the South East the better, but I'm willing to travel to get the job done right. 

Thanks.

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26 Mar 2023 06:06 #248233 by Lambert
Don't know any specific ones down south but when I get that far with Tem I'm probably going to talk to a gearbox rebuilding place like RS transmissions in Bradford which is probably a bit far for you.

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26 Mar 2023 09:06 #248236 by Soeley
What about  Buzz Special Vehicles  ?

They have done quite a few Jimny builds as well as Jeeps.

I bought my OME lift kit from them, but they are a bitt too far for me to visit.
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26 Mar 2023 12:25 #248238 by sniper
Any reputable gearbox repair shop should be able to do it for you.

I took the chance to do all the half shaft bearings and seals whilst it was apart, only added an hour and its a fully refurbed axle....

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26 Mar 2023 17:05 #248248 by Roger Fairclough
You don't need a Jimny specialist. Rear beam axles are still a common commodity, most pickup trucks use them, so a look on Google for your area will supply enough for your needs.
On the other hand, removing a diff. unit is not difficult and does not require an above average tool kit although you will require a torque wrench, spring gauge and dial gauge and magnetic stand to re-assemble it. If you want to give it a go, there are people on this forum who can assist.

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26 Mar 2023 18:22 #248249 by Jonesie
Replied by Jonesie on topic Where to get a diff installed?
Had defender stuff done by these people as has my mate had done on his ranger.
www.hardyengineering.co.uk/

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26 Mar 2023 19:02 #248252 by Busta
As others have said, any competent mechanic or gearbox specialist can do it. It's certainly not a Jimny specific job. I installed my Quaife myself with no prior experience and no special tools.
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