Chevrolet Silverado Locking Rear Differential

Customers in the market for a mid or full size pickup truck are well aware of the benefits that come with a rear locking differential.

Chevrolet silverado locking rear differential.

The new trucks have a locer type limited slip rear end. According to gm the g80 automatic locking rear axle is available on most silverado models and is standard on ltz and z71 versions of the silverado 1500 and all silverado 2500 and 3500 hds. From the ever dependable silverado to the speedy corvette and the rugged blazer chevy makes vehicles for a wide range of functions. Today its prevalence has grown to include every body on frame.

Silverado g80 differential locking mechanism problem occurs under 25 30 mph. Unless someone replaced it with an open rear end it has a locker type. In general motors case the eaton g80 automatic locking rear. General motors has been offering an automatic locking rear differential in its chevy and gmc trucks for more than 40 years.

Whether you drive a chevrolet truck van 4 4 classic sedan or muscle car randys has you covered for drivetrain and differential parts. Click on a differential below to view photos measurements and carrier breaks as well as applicable models and available parts for that particular fitment. Will post solution when solved pretty sure its the locking mechanism.