DIY: Whiteline rear differential bushings

YzGyz · 04-12-2016, 06:03 PM

I didn't mark that either. I didn't notice if my shop did it or not either. I did come round back to watch late though. I could of miss them doing it. I really don't see why you would need to. What happens if you buy a new rear axle? Those are not marked and you don't have to replace both at the same time. You simple unbolt the old and slap on the new.

YzGyz

Tito_370Z · 04-25-2016, 12:19 AM

Thanks for the diy! I had never done anything involving a diff but this helped and the job is pretty straight forward and fun!

Anyways the center bushing was the most time consuming.
I used a hole saw to take out the middle piece but there are some tough parts in the bushing. I used a small drill bit to make holes along the outline of the hole saw to make it a bit easier.

To put in the whiteline bushing i just greased it up and used a hose clamp like the ones you would use on aftermarket intakes. Just tighten the hose clamp along the center of the bushing to squeeze it, then it slides in pretty easy with a hammer or mallet. The clamp slides off as the bushing goes into the subframe.

I wouldve taken pictures but i honestly wasnt sure if my method would even work :/

NewfoundZ · 07-13-2016, 12:48 PM

Thanks for the DIY, just installed my whiteline diff bushings yesterday, like everyone mentioned the center bushing was the most time consuming. I found a pencil grinder with a course burr bit worked the best for removing the old bushing(very messy though) then used a reciprocating saw to cut out the old steel ring.

Huge difference with the new bushing installed, no rattle what so ever, and next to no wheel hope. excellent upgrade!!

johnwiki · 07-13-2016, 02:17 PM

Did mine last week, also found the DIY incredibly helpful. I drilled enough of the rubber away to get a saws-all in, cut the metal ring and the whole thing just fell out. Definitely used 2 door stryke plates and the diff washers to press the bushing in. Cant thank OP enough.

04-12-2016, 06:03 PM	#1 (permalink)
YzGyz A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Houston Posts: 1,449 Drives: 2010 Nismo Rep Power: 65	I didn't mark that either. I didn't notice if my shop did it or not either. I did come round back to watch late though. I could of miss them doing it. I really don't see why you would need to. What happens if you buy a new rear axle? Those are not marked and you don't have to replace both at the same time. You simple unbolt the old and slap on the new. YzGyz __________________ http://www.the370z.com/members-370z-...gyzs-turn.html YzGyz

07-13-2016, 02:17 PM	#4 (permalink)
johnwiki Base Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: California Age: 34 Posts: 66 Drives: 2011 Gun Metallic Z Rep Power: 13	Did mine last week, also found the DIY incredibly helpful. I drilled enough of the rubber away to get a saws-all in, cut the metal ring and the whole thing just fell out. Definitely used 2 door stryke plates and the diff washers to press the bushing in. Cant thank OP enough. __________________ Mods: Z1 CAI, Fast Intentions HFC + Cat Back, 4.08 Gears + VLSD Swap, Southbend DxD Clutch+lightweight flywheel = 310 HP 285 ft/lbs

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04-25-2016, 12:19 AM	#2 (permalink)
Tito_370Z Base Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 4 Drives: 10 Nissan 370Z 6MT Rep Power: 11	Thanks for the diy! I had never done anything involving a diff but this helped and the job is pretty straight forward and fun! Anyways the center bushing was the most time consuming. I used a hole saw to take out the middle piece but there are some tough parts in the bushing. I used a small drill bit to make holes along the outline of the hole saw to make it a bit easier. To put in the whiteline bushing i just greased it up and used a hose clamp like the ones you would use on aftermarket intakes. Just tighten the hose clamp along the center of the bushing to squeeze it, then it slides in pretty easy with a hammer or mallet. The clamp slides off as the bushing goes into the subframe. I wouldve taken pictures but i honestly wasnt sure if my method would even work :/

07-13-2016, 12:48 PM	#3 (permalink)
NewfoundZ Base Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Newfoundland, Canada Posts: 2 Drives: '11 370z 6MT Rep Power: 12	Thanks for the DIY, just installed my whiteline diff bushings yesterday, like everyone mentioned the center bushing was the most time consuming. I found a pencil grinder with a course burr bit worked the best for removing the old bushing(very messy though) then used a reciprocating saw to cut out the old steel ring. Huge difference with the new bushing installed, no rattle what so ever, and next to no wheel hope. excellent upgrade!!