Switching rearends from two differant vehycles

Tiny
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  • 2001 KIA SPORTAGE
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  • 4 CYL
  • 4WD
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Can you switch the rear end from a 1998 kia sport utility to a 2001 kia sportage.
Friday, October 31st, 2014 AT 2:21 PM

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Tiny
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We only recommend direct fit replacement parts. I will tell you this. Make sure the gear ratio is the same as the one you remove. If it is different, you will have all kinds of issues with the 4wd which will result in something breaking and most likely being really expensive to fix.
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Friday, October 31st, 2014 AT 5:44 PM
Tiny
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Tank you for your answer. But now how can I tell if they have the same gear ratio? What do I look for. There must be a way. Thank you Larry
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Saturday, November 1st, 2014 AT 9:29 PM
Tiny
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Larry, there should be a tag on the differential identifying it.
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Monday, November 3rd, 2014 AT 5:44 AM

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