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Old 11-21-2009, 08:15 PM   #1
Rudy H.
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Eaton rearend

Does anybody out there make a cool looking diff cover for the Eaton rear end in my 1970 3/4 ton c20??
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Old 11-22-2009, 08:31 AM   #2
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Re: Eaton rearend

I doubt it. This is one differential that is not supported by the aftermarket. You can get some replacement bearings, but that's about it.

It's a great rear and I like mine, but it's tough to get parts for.
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Old 11-22-2009, 11:24 AM   #3
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Re: Eaton rearend

Speaking of Eatons... a tidbit of info that might help someone.

Mine started growling -- not bad, barely enough to hear -- when coasting downhill. The pocket bearing (on the pinion) was slightly pitted. A new one from NAPA fixed it. That was several years ago, and it's still quiet.
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Old 11-22-2009, 10:28 PM   #4
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Re: Eaton rearend

I got an Eaton in my 72 Cheyenne Super 3/4 ton 4x4 and have been wondering if there was a rhyme or reason as to getting the eaton or a dana,and which is better.
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Old 11-23-2009, 01:25 AM   #5
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Re: Eaton rearend

the eaton is stronger by far.
big block 3/4 tons automaticly got the dana.
many GMC trucks got it
For the best part, most of the rest got the eaton.
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