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I just changed me rear diff oil last saturday and found pieces of metal on my magnetic drain plug. In total about 6 pieces (1 large and 5 small pieces). The largest looks like part of a tooth off the ring gear. I have an 04 CC with OR and BT with locking rear diff. I have 72,000 miles on it. (out of warranty) I went to the dealer to find out what Nissan would do for me. They sent Nissan a request to help pay for the repair but Nissan declined and said they would not pay for any of it (no goodwill). I then asked how much does it cost to replace the rear axle and was told $3,800 parts and labor. I was blown away!
I have read all the threads on Titan Talk with great interest. It appears most have had the rear ends replaced while covered under warranty. Since mine is not covered and I did not purchase an extended warranty I have these questions.
My questions are:
1) Why can't the broken gear just be replaced vs buying a new rear end?
2) Are parts (ring, pinion, spider gears) available to purchase to repair rear end by a qualified repair shop?
3) Can I keep my locking rear end after replacing broken gears?
4) Has somebody else repaired theirs? If so how much did it cost you?
5) If I have to buy an axle from the dealer how much is a fair price for the part?
6) Has anybody put an other brand/size axle into their Titan? Other then a Dana 44.
7) Is there any other options I have not thought of?
I''m still driving the truck. I don't know how long I have before total failure.
I appreciate any help to these questions.
I have read all the threads on Titan Talk with great interest. It appears most have had the rear ends replaced while covered under warranty. Since mine is not covered and I did not purchase an extended warranty I have these questions.
My questions are:
1) Why can't the broken gear just be replaced vs buying a new rear end?
2) Are parts (ring, pinion, spider gears) available to purchase to repair rear end by a qualified repair shop?
3) Can I keep my locking rear end after replacing broken gears?
4) Has somebody else repaired theirs? If so how much did it cost you?
5) If I have to buy an axle from the dealer how much is a fair price for the part?
6) Has anybody put an other brand/size axle into their Titan? Other then a Dana 44.
7) Is there any other options I have not thought of?
I''m still driving the truck. I don't know how long I have before total failure.
I appreciate any help to these questions.