Removing the front differential on an 88-98 OBS Chevy 1500

[@joshuawood9019]

I'm so thankful you post these videos. Before buying my 1994 gmc k1500. I had very little auto mechanical skills. This past weekend I pulled the transmission out and had it rebuilt and back in. Thank you!!!

[@gunshipproduct2]

For anyone watching, you can indeed remove the front differential without removing the center link and tie rods. Steer all the way to the right, and the differential should pivot out with some finesse

[@SuburbanRanch]

Gave that a try but there did not appear to be enough space.

[@aidenstefanson2175]

I got it out today using this trick. Getting it back in is another story. Removed the centre link anyways to help get it back in.

[@gunshipproduct2]

@@aidenstefanson2175 Huh, sorry about that. I used a trans Jack and some blocks of wood to keep it at an angle and force it back in with a pry bar. Glad you got her done though

[@aidenstefanson2175]

@@gunshipproduct2 A trans jack would be perfect! Anything to control the phone book angle as you muscle it back in.

[@spencerwoody807]

Had trouble with it, turned the wheel to the right, basically feel out, 👍 couldn't get enough leverage to take centerlink off , but now that the front differential is removed I got it off and can slide it back in place definitely the way to go on this my vehicle is a 1996 K1500

[@bradschultz1011]

Great video. I was able to change the differential without removing any of the steering parts

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Brad Schultz Glad to hear it!

[@kevinmcnabb168]

I love your videos. I myself have a 1997 Silverado.

[@timothywagner9375]

Dude, so helpful. Thanks for making these videos. You've saved me from a lot of headaches.

[@mgl9284]

Your video are helping me out a lot for my lift thanks

[@Nudnik1]

Check transfer cass oil. Usually never checked . I find most almost empty like front differential. Nice channel 👍

[@zachlacaze5126]

Drive shaft bolts are 11mm

[@FalconMotorsCompanycontact]

Hello there ! Could you please tell me what is the little sensor near the actuator ? Mine is broken ( wire cutted ) and i can't find what is for ... Thanks !

[@tommiller6580]

Dont you need a front end alignment once you disconnect the ball joints after you get it back together? thanks, great video and explanation.

[@SuburbanRanch]

@tom miller Yes, the best practice would be to get an alignment. We did get one after we replaced the front end.

[@tommiller6580]

@@SuburbanRanch Thank you

[@garypease7414]

All things being equal, if the parts are in good shape, it's not mandatory to get an alignment, so long as you leave everything intact. It is advisable to have it checked tho.

[@stephenbaldus3253]

I like the video, but can't find the seal replacement? Video. Would like to know how to get the CV flanges out of the differential? Pinion seal I'm sure is the same as the rear

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Stephen Baldus We had the differential resealed at a shop so no video!

[@landonsherman339]

My guy thanks a lot

[@chevy66driver]

Did you film the seal replacements?

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Gary Alexander No video for the seal replacement, we had it done at a local shop

[@Lucky13tiki]

What are the carrier bushing part numbers you used for the passenger side

[@SuburbanRanch]

I did not replace the carrier bushings.

[@omarramo2090]

What gear ratio is it, I have same year truck and the front diff is cracked. Been looking around for a new one, maybe I get lucky at the junkyard idk.

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Omar Ramo My gear ratio is 3.42, but you will want to check your truck to be sure you get the correct differential

[@patrickbowman2904]

Dumb question from a shadetree mechanic, trying to get my oil pan out and the front diff is in the way. My Tahoe is already on ramps, so I'm wondering if taking the wheels off and putting it on jack stands is an absolute necessity for removing the diff, haven't been able to find a straight answer anywhere. Hoping you can help me out

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Patrick Bowman You probably don’t have to remove the wheels to pull the front diff, but you will at least want to jack the truck up so that you can spin the cv axle and access all of the bolts.

[@patrickbowman2904]

@@SuburbanRanch Thanks so much! And great work with the front end series for these trucks, this will be really helpful for my front end rebuild!

[@daveray7851]

Skid plate 4 15 mil bolts 7/16 drive shaft

[@matiastheone]

You can do it without taking off the tierods but you have to man handle the differential.

[@aidenstefanson2175]

This is true. Getting it back in with the center link in place is another story!

[@kevinarmour4159]

I have two questions,what is the part that you and I broke in hose,and where the two long bts hook up on passenger side,can you tell me the bushing part numbers

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Kevin Armour the broken part is a vent. The part number for the vent is in the description. As for the bushing I would use rockauto for that so it matches your truck.

[@gerardgeter6750]

Wanted to delete 4x4 completely on my 1990 k1500..once I pull front diff and cv what will I need to do far as the hub with the cv not there anymore?? Thanks in advance

[@SuburbanRanch]

@gerard geter I’ve never done this before… sorry I can’t help you with this one.

[@ryryk6977]

Oh yes I gotta do this too gotta switch gearing

[@dongibbs7270]

What is the part number for the bearing and the seal? And is that the carrier bearing?

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Don Gibbs can you clarify which bearing and seal?

[@tualautakid213]

do you have any videos for gasket replacement for 1998 silverado? The only thing i need help is the front diff i dont know which bolts to remove in order for it to come down

[@SuburbanRanch]

@tualauta kid21 I’m not sure which gasket you are asking about. As for the bolts, I believe the video shows those

[@tualautakid213]

@@SuburbanRanch my bad...oil pan gaskets

[@SuburbanRanch]

@tualauta kid21 Sorry we don’t have a video on removal of the oil pan

[@dawadahbanyahawadah1495]

No eye protection?

[@SuburbanRanch]

@david paige Yeah I should have worn eye protection when hammering. I do in later videos!

[@adamkonieska]

@@SuburbanRanch all the time! When using the impact, and sockets, and wrenches. Even something like a piece of rust breaking off and scratching the cornea can lead to partial or complete vision loss.

[@cezexcezex9888]

guys how heave is front Dif I don't have any lifter ...

[@SuburbanRanch]

It’s not that heavy, 50-75 lbs?

[@Avatheskibidiaplphadog]

You need to remove the Front Diff to remove the motor?

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Nick Maresca I don’t think so. The motor comes out the top

[@kingzionmusic]

It’s to remove the 4x4 which I’m searching for

[@josuemeza7619]

Yes you do. On a truck with 4x4 the front diff gets in the way of the motor mounts. Learned the hard way.

[@knight5188]

No... taken my engine out twice. Never had to mess with the front diff

[@lmorales9319]

Es necesario quitar los tieroads?

[@SuburbanRanch]

Yes, we could not get it out without removing them

[@lmorales9319]

@@SuburbanRanch gracias desde el paso tx

[@hotdizzle7791]

What causes no power to actuator

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Hotdizzle Could be a million things

[@The.holy.trenity_]

Does anyone know what the 2 sensors are that he took off, I have the smaller one hanging

[@SuburbanRanch]

One was the front differential solenoid that engages 4WD, I don’t recall a second one.

[@joshuajones8077]

Hey, does anyone know if its okay if I remove my front diff? I'm fine with it being 2wd if it works that way?? Figured it'd be cheaper than replacing the diff.

[@SuburbanRanch]

@joshua jones A few people have asked this. I can’t say for sure. I think it would be fine, but I don’t want someone’s wheel falling off!

[@joshuajones8077]

Thank you! Definitely gonna give it a shot then lol

[@davidschnase4027]

If you remove the front diff you have nothing to support the weight of the cv shaft to connect to anything very dangerous

[@joshuajones8077]

thank you @David Schnase

[@SuburbanRanch]

@David Schnase I assumed that he would also remove the cv axles and not leave them dangling!

[@briankhargrove]

Did you video putting this back in? Having issues getting that too bolt in on my 99 Tahoe OBS. Any tips getting both of the differiental housing bolts back in on driver side?

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Brian Hargrove We have not put the differential back in yet. Should be doing a video on the install in the next month.

[@briankhargrove]

@@SuburbanRanch Yeah, its tricky to get the bolts on driver side back in solo.

[@johnallen7113]

Yeah I need that too an parts list.

[@daveray7851]

13 mil drain plug

[@onearm5827]

safely glasses😇

[@SuburbanRanch]

@onearm58 I’m getting better about wearing safety glasses!

[@onearm5827]

thank you and be safe

[@kevinarmour4159]

Two long bolts

[@jerryfarnell4199]

Noco