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Old 03-02-2016, 10:29 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Failing diff bushes are common

this might help

DIY: Whiteline rear differential bushings
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Thanks for the replies . Its the rear diff bushing for sure .
Is the covered under 5 50 warranty
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Honestly I'd probably just pay and go aftermarket for the diff bushing. The oe bushing is terrible and a replacement will just fail again, most likely outside of warranty. Unless you plan on selling the car soon get an aftermarket bushing. I have the whiteline bushing on mine.
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Honestly I'd probably just pay and go aftermarket for the diff bushing. The oe bushing is terrible and a replacement will just fail again, most likely outside of warranty. Unless you plan on selling the car soon get an aftermarket bushing. I have the whiteline bushing on mine.
How do you find the whitelines ones on the road ? Is there an increase in noise vibration and harshness ?

I am planning to do mine on my 2012 car when I fit the Quiafe diff
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... Is there an increase in noise vibration and harshness ? ...
Any time you use stiffer/harder bushings, there will be some increase in NVH.

New bushing seems to be a popular option when modding/replacing diff so a site search might provide some insight. From what I recall reading on here, there is an increase in NVH but most people consider it a small price to pay. YMMV
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Called the local Nissan dealer ,said not covered . I found a local shop that will do it for 300 + parts . Seems like a good price
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