E28 diff to fit an e30

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Post Tue Apr 23, 2013 10:53 am

What is needed to do this
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Post Tue Apr 23, 2013 11:40 am

replace the rear cover with an e30 8 bolt item and install e30 drive flanges. The e28 flanges pop out with a pair of tyre levers.
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Post Tue Apr 23, 2013 11:43 am

Do the e30 flanges come out the same way
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Post Tue Apr 23, 2013 11:46 am

yes, they are held in with an internal ring clip. Worth replacing any leaking seals and a solid diff mount as well while your at it.
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Post Tue Apr 23, 2013 12:48 pm

Many thanks :D
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