Filthy Datsun 240Z Differential

In this video I'm restoring the differential from the Datsun 240Z. I started to disassembly the R180 differential, when I quickly realized that it has the longest available ratio with 37:11. Which is 3.36 turns from the drive shaft and one turn on the wheel. Since I'm upgrading the transmission...

36 min - Home, Garden & Craft - my mechanics

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