Rear end upgrade

Tiny
JAYYSN
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  • 2005 FORD F-150
  • 5.4L
  • V8
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 270,000 MILES
I just bought the vehicle and I am hearing/feeling a light shudder when just taking off while turning but not when going straight. I hear it has to do with the clutch plates wearing out on the inside of the rear end. If I installed an Eaton Detroit Trutrac posi kit would this kit stop that from happening? And the goal is to have the added positive traction feature. I’m a diehard DIY guy. So would you happen to have a good how-to for installing this product? Or a good online repair manual? What’s involved and how should I go about this. Local 4 Wheel Parts store wants to charge $500.00 to $600.00 for labor and part(s) together. With them is over $1,100.00. Not looking to pay that. I have floor jacks and jack stands and most other tools. Thank you!
Wednesday, May 19th, 2021 AT 2:55 PM

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Tiny
NICKOLAOSF
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Hi Jayysn,

Here is a bulletin you should go over, then visit your near parts store to see if they can provide a part. That way you can repair yourself, if you get it as a group, you will be able to do yourself, also check chart to verify gear ratio. I am glad to help you, If there is anything else we can help you with please contact us again. Thank you for choosing 2CarPros.
Cheers, Nick
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Thursday, May 20th, 2021 AT 12:23 AM
Tiny
JAYYSN
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Here is what I’m looking to install. Has anyone of y’all installed this in this model F150? Looking for the installation procedure for this.
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Thursday, May 20th, 2021 AT 7:29 AM
Tiny
NICKOLAOSF
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Here is a link to what i think you are asking:

https://www.eaton.com/ecm/groups/public/@pub/@eaton/@vehicle/documents/content/pct_1087652.pdf

Cheers, Nick
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Thursday, May 20th, 2021 AT 12:11 PM
Tiny
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Thank you!
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Thursday, May 20th, 2021 AT 6:31 PM

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