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diff servicing and repairs

Diff servicing, repairs, rebuilds and
upgrades for Perth vehicles

If your diff is whining, clunking, leaking oil or vibrating under load, it’s a sign something inside the differential isn’t happy. Left unchecked, small issues like worn bearings or low oil can turn into costly gear damage.

WA Diffs is a Perth-based differential specialist workshop focused on diff repairs, rebuilds, replacements and performance upgrades for 4WDs, utes and passenger vehicles. We take a methodical approach: diagnose the cause, explain the options, then carry out the correct setup so your vehicle drives quietly and reliably again.

For a quote or to book an inspection, call WA Diffs on +61 8 9417 9930 or send your vehicle details via the contact form.

Differential services we offer

Choose a service based on your symptoms, your usage (daily driving, towing, off-road) and your budget:

  • Differential servicing and oil changes (front, rear and 4WD/AWD)
  • Noise, vibration and leak diagnosis (whine, clunk, humming and driveline vibration)
  • Differential repairs (seals, bearings, shim adjustments and related hardware)
  • Differential rebuilds (bearing kits, gear inspection, correct preload/backlash setup)
  • Differential replacements (reconditioned centres, new assemblies, swap-over options)
  • LSD upgrades and diff locker installations (traction upgrades for work and off-road)
  • Gear ratio changes (to suit larger tyres, towing loads or better drivability)
exploded view of rear differential assembly

Common signs your diff needs attention

A differential problem doesn’t always feel dramatic at first. Common early warning signs include:

  • Whining or howling that changes with speed or throttle (often bearings or gear pattern issues)
  • Clunking on take-off, gear changes or when shifting between drive/reverse
  • Vibration under acceleration, towing or at highway speeds
  • Oil leaks around pinion seals, axle seals or the diff cover
  • A burning smell or very dark oil after heavy driving
  • Metal flakes on a magnetic drain plug or in the oil during a service

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Why customers choose WA Diffs

Differential work is precision work. The result comes down to correct diagnosis, correct parts, and correct setup:

  • Differential specialist tools and processes (preload, backlash and contact pattern checks)
  • Clear options and transparent quoting before major work begins
  • Quality replacement parts matched to your vehicle and usage
  • Road testing and final checks so noise issues are resolved, not masked

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Book a differential inspection in Perth

If you’re hearing a new noise, seeing a leak, or planning an upgrade before a trip, it’s worth checking the diff early. Call +61 8 9417 9930 to discuss symptoms, or request a quote online and we’ll get back to you with next steps.

Tip: If the noise suddenly gets louder, you notice severe vibration, or the diff runs low on oil, stop driving and organise an inspection to prevent further damage.

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