How big is a GM front end differential?
General Motors has a wide range of front and rear ends! We carry everything from the 7.25″ IFS front end parts, to the large 11.5″ rear end parts for 1-ton trucks. We make it easy to verify your exact rear end by providing specs and year, make, and model applications for each differential listed.
How can I tell if my truck has a differential?
GM differential identification is easy, the diff can be accurately identified by the bottom line of the tag number or axle tube stamp, this also applies to Dodge rear end identification and most other makes of truck. If it was always that easy, though, we wouldn’t need to go further.
How to identify a Dana or Ford differential?
Differential tags can easily be used to identify Dana and Ford differentials. The Bill of Material (BOM) number is used to identify Dana differentials. The BOM will identify the model number, the gear ratio, the type of differential, and all component parts.
How to identify a GM S-10 rear end?
All three units have 10 bolts, as they are all variations of the GM Corporate 10-Bolt. Match the shape of the differential cover on the back of the rear end housing to the gasket shape chart found on Roadkill Customs Differential Identification page.
General Motors has a wide range of front and rear ends! We carry everything from the 7.25″ IFS front end parts, to the large 11.5″ rear end parts for 1-ton trucks. We make it easy to verify your exact rear end by providing specs and year, make, and model applications for each differential listed.
GM differential identification is easy, the diff can be accurately identified by the bottom line of the tag number or axle tube stamp, this also applies to Dodge rear end identification and most other makes of truck. If it was always that easy, though, we wouldn’t need to go further.
How big of a differential do I Need?
The following are recommended Differential Set-Up Specifications for various differentials. If in doubt, consult our staff of differential parts specialists. 8″ Front / Rear – 4 Cyl.
Differential tags can easily be used to identify Dana and Ford differentials. The Bill of Material (BOM) number is used to identify Dana differentials. The BOM will identify the model number, the gear ratio, the type of differential, and all component parts.