Offroad Trailblazers and Envoys

How a Differential Works

G80, GU6, GT4, GT5, WTF? This section is for gearing and driveline stuff.

by mikekey » Fri Jan 24, 2014 10:48 am

That thing on the rear axle — the ball of gears allowing you to take a corner? Have you ever wondered about how it works? The "Chevrolet Motor Division" is here to explain! This Chevrolet film from 1937 provides the best explanation ever for the basic principles behind a car's differential.

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Long version:
Once lifted 03 Trailblazer on 35's, gave it up to travel the USA with my family.
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by djthumper » Fri Jan 24, 2014 5:15 pm

Nice find Mike!
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by CNCwell » Fri Jan 24, 2014 10:28 pm

That was awesome! I wonder if OSHA would sanction those stunts now a days.....
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