What is a Differential?
A vehicle’s differential, found near the drive shaft, is crucial in fulfilling three roles – delivering engine power to the wheels, changing the direction of the gearbox and allowing each wheel to spin at different speeds, which is where it gets the name ‘differential’ from.
Our differential specialists work with several types of differentials, including:
- Open/standard carrier
- Limited slip, posi-traction
- Locking (air/electric)
- Spools, mini spools
All vehicles have differentials of some kind. In front wheel drive vehicles, the differential is in the front and called a transaxle. In rear-wheel drive vehicles, the differential is in the back. Four-wheel drive vehicles have differentials in both the front and back.
Quality Suppliers For Differential Replacements
When it comes front and rear differential services, the quality of the parts is just as important as the service. Fortunately, we’ve got access to a great range of suppliers here in Newcastle. Here are just a few of the suppliers we receive gearbox and differential parts from:
- Australian Transmission Components
- Motospecs
- CBC Bearing Company
Great Services To Match
In addition to great suppliers, you can count on quality services from the initial consultation to installation and repairs. At Newcastle Gearbox & Diff, we have operated as gearbox and differential specialists for over 20 years, meaning we’ve developed a workflow that allows us to get jobs that might take other shops days done in a matter of hours.
