Do I have to change the rear diff??

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PSLAWLOR
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I have a Toyota Hilux SR5 dual cab 1994 that I am converting from petrol to diesel. I have changed the rear diff and want to know if I have to change the front one aswell? The rear diff ratio is 4:55.
Jul 16, 2012 at 11:24 AM
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MHPAUTOS
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Both diffs will have to be the same ratio otherwise you will damage the transmission.
Jul 16, 2012 at 11:51 AM
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