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Quentin - what is a PITA (besides Greek bread) (archive)
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Posted by Rod in Toronto on April 02, 2001 at 00:31:30:

In Reply to: I have a similar problem but..... posted by Quentin on April 01, 2001 at 23:20:19:


I don't appear to have the metal shavings. The bearings are noisy but not disintergrating. The whine is a PITA. I am going to try the heavy duty redline oil and see how I go.
Good luck
Quentin

While replacing my speedo sensor in the rear end, my mechanic noticed some fine metal filings on it. He told me this was the pinion bearing (I think I have the name right) and that it would have to be replaced soon.

My car has 250,000 kms (156,000 miles) on it.

Is this something that can be a) purchased used, b) rebuilt. I'm trying to avoid spending the $600+ CDN to make the repair.

Rod





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