2002 Chevy S-10 differential bearings

2002 CHEVROLET S-10
141,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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KWEITZEL
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Would it be cheaper to replace the whole differential or just the bearings in the differential? When I reach 55 mph I can hear a definite noise. I just had the axle bearings replaced and they told me at the repair shop that if the noise didn't go away it was the differential and it costs about $1000 to replace those bearings most of the cost being for labor. Is this true?
Nov 14, 2008 at 3:25 PM
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SWILLIAMS
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What is the noise your hearing?
There are many things that can cause noise on a vehicle without it being the differential. If it's a noise that you only hear when you get to a certain speed it is likely not the rear end. Usually those make a very distinctive noise that gets louder and higher pitched as you speed up.
Nov 14, 2008 at 9:06 PM
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