What front differential will work, I need to swap them?

1996 CHEVROLET BLAZER
160,000 MILES • 4.3L • V6 • AWD • AUTOMATIC
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SMIKEYR
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What front differential will work in my AWD 96 Blazer, GT4 code? Will a 4x4 front differential work with a manual cable to the actuator?
Jan 13, 2015 at 4:56 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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We only recommend direct fit parts. NOTE: You MUST have the same gear ratio as the rear differential.
Jan 13, 2015 at 5:59 AM
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GT4 code (which indicates a 3.73 rear axle ratio), so here are a list of doner vehicles to get the front differential from

1995-1997 Chevrolet Blazer AWD or 4x4 (S10 platform) with a 3.73 gear ratio.
1995-1997 GMC Jimmy AWD or 4x4 with a 3.73 gear ratio.
1995-1997 Chevrolet S10 4x4 pickup with a 3.73 gear ratio.
1995-1997 GMC Sonoma 4x4 pickup with a 3.73 gear ratio.

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