defender 110 rear axle

[jrose]

Hi all,

 

Apologies if this is in the wrong bit, I wasn't sure whether to put this in the classifieds or not but thought this would get more answers!

 

Does anyone by any chance have or know where I can aquire a salisbury rear axle for a old Landy 110 in the south west? I'm getting quite desperate, mine is getting worse and worse leaking EP90 out where the propshaft joins, due to play in the diff I am told.

 

I'm willing to travel a reasonable distance, must be in good condition.

 

cheers,

Joe

[jrose]

just reread it and forgot to say there is cash waiting, I'm not looking for a free handout (unless it's offered!)

[Tyz05]

Have you considered repairing it? Or is it beyond that? Could try Tredown Landrovers at Holsworthy they break landrovers.

[jrose]

I've been told by every mechanic I've asked that it would cost a ridiculous amount to repair, I'd be much better getting a new one. So that's the advice I'm going with, if I can find one that is.

 

Thanks, I'll try giving them a ring tomorrow.

[Tyz05]

Can be a time consuming job rebuilding diffs when done proper. Also recall someone up Yeovil way selling ex MOD stuff but was a while ago now, can't remember the name now.

[tommer9]

Play in the diff of a salisbury is easily sorted out by a mechaninc who knows what he is doing. TBH play in the diff CANNOT be responsible directly for oil leaks on a salisbury, full stop. Your drive flange oil seal is gone if you are leaking oil from the front where the propshaft joins the axle, and if a new seal doesnt cure the problem (assuming that your breather is NOT blocked) then the drive flange may be (probably is) worn. Both of the above are VERY cheap and easy fixes. What may have caused the wear to these parts will be the input shaft bearing, which in turn MIGHT have become worn from a sloppy diff, but VERY unlikely.

Andy Richards in Carharrick will have one (well loads in fact)..........but he is nicknamed Hedger because he used to keep all his spares in a hedge all the time..... TBH though I would be more inclined to have your axle repaired, as it is not expensive to get the diff re-shimmed (salisburies dont get rebuilt they have new shims put in which removes the slackness) and the input flange etc replaced. If you are leaking oil from the ends of the axle by the drive flanges then you just need to replace the gasket in the drive flange, and again, a worn diff will not cause this part to leak.

HOpe this helps.

[madmatt]

Its more likely to be the drive flange thats worn, LR do a replacement and a seal, or you can speedy sleeve the shaft on your old flange.

Edited December 27, 2011 by madmatt

[tommer9]

Its more likely to be the drive flange thats worn, LR do a replacement and a seal, or you can speedy sleeve the shaft on your old flange.

 

Matt have you ever seen the tool/ process of getting the salisbury diff out? It is stoneage mechanics.....if you look at the rear diff pan you can see two holes about 1/2" deep, one each side of the diff. These are for the special tool to spread, yes spread, the CAST axle casing a tiny amount to get the diff out!!!! Its like a jack with two pins that locate in these holes.

[tommer9]

I've been told by every mechanic I've asked that it would cost a ridiculous amount to repair, I'd be much better getting a new one. So that's the advice I'm going with, if I can find one that is.

 

Thanks, I'll try giving them a ring tomorrow.

 

YOu should be able to get it repaired for about £500. If you buy a second hand rear axle for less than this, off a breaker, then I am sorry to say but you would be MAD. You will still have to sort the brakes, the bushes , suspension etc etc, its an easy job, but not a simple job, and I dont think you would save any money. At least if you have yours sorted then its a case of 'the devil you know' sort of thing.

Are you on discs or drums? LAst time i looked disc rear salisburied were fetching about £500 anyway second hand.

[mendiplogs]

YOu should be able to get it repaired for about £500. If you buy a second hand rear axle for less than this, off a breaker, then I am sorry to say but you would be MAD. You will still have to sort the brakes, the bushes , suspension etc etc, its an easy job, but not a simple job, and I dont think you would save any money. At least if you have yours sorted then its a case of 'the devil you know' sort of thing.

Are you on discs or drums? LAst time i looked disc rear salisburied were fetching about £500 anyway second hand.

 

HI matt like tommer said your better off with your old one fixed up mate my 110 has lots of play in it for years theres C W S at glastonbury somerset they have lots of land rover all the best jon:thumbup: