So, I am going to undertake this job shortly, either this weekend or next, all depends on how the following questions are asked. I figure I might as well make it a DIY as well, just for fun.


The questions...

Should I unbolt the half shafts from the differential? I read somewhere that those bolts are one time use and They appear to be XZN (triple square), correct me if I am wrong.

Does it help to remove the back portion of the exhaust. The connection point is right at the differential pumpkin and looks like its an easy unbolt/bolt job.

Can I reuse the bolts for the differential mount(s). This includes the two 12mm allen cap bolts and the one 8mm allen cap bolt with 17mm nut.

Can someone give me a tip or trick to hold that 17mm nut, it's in a pita location.



Other than that I have the correct tool to remove/install the bushings and all 4 bushings. My two differential bushings on the rear of the differential are very very bad looking, the other two up front are ok but should be replaced.


please chime in if you can help.

thanks