Expert Differential Service

Your differential is a critical component that transfers power from your transmission to your wheels. When it fails, you’re not going anywhere. At Lara & Sons, differential work is our specialty — it’s in our name.

Services We Offer

Complete Differential Rebuilds

We tear down, inspect, and rebuild differentials to factory specifications or better. Every rebuild includes:

  • Complete disassembly and inspection
  • Replacement of worn bearings and seals
  • Gear setup with proper backlash and pattern
  • Quality parts from trusted suppliers

Gear Ratio Changes

Looking to change your gear ratio for better towing, off-road performance, or highway cruising? We install and set up ring and pinion gear sets for all applications.

Limited-Slip Service

Limited-slip differentials require specialized service. We rebuild clutch-type and gear-type LSDs, including:

  • Auburn
  • Detroit Truetrac
  • Eaton Posi
  • Factory limited-slips

Locker Installation

Want maximum traction? We install and set up locking differentials:

  • ARB Air Lockers
  • Eaton E-Lockers
  • Detroit Lockers
  • Ox Lockers
  • Yukon Zip Lockers

Differentials We Service

We work on all makes and models, including:

  • Dana — 30, 35, 44, 60, 70, 80
  • Ford — 8.8”, 9”, 9.75”, 10.25”, Sterling
  • GM — 7.5”, 8.5”, 8.6”, 9.5”, 10.5”, 11.5”, 14-bolt
  • Toyota — 8”, 8.4”, 9.5”
  • Chrysler — 8.25”, 9.25”
  • Import — All Japanese, European, and Korean differentials

Common Symptoms of Differential Problems

Not sure if you have a differential issue? Look for these warning signs:

  • Whining or howling noise that changes with speed
  • Clunking when accelerating or decelerating
  • Vibration at highway speeds
  • Fluid leaks from the differential cover or pinion seal
  • Grinding noise when turning

Why Choose Lara & Sons?

Differential work requires precision and experience. Improper gear setup leads to premature failure, noise, and expensive repairs. Our technicians have decades of experience setting up differentials correctly the first time.

We stand behind our work and use quality parts from brands like Yukon, Motive, and OEM suppliers.