left rear axle replacement?

2010 FORD E-SERIES VAN
80,000 MILES
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AZZAM12AZZAM
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I have used e450 ambulance listed above. i had the left rear axle broken i about i used one it is the same length about 1.10 meters, but it seems the end gear 1 centimeter than original on is it save to use it fit fine but am not sure if it is okay. i hope I explained my problem right i will post the pic. The first in pic is the original.
Thanks a lot.
Apr 1, 2023 at 3:23 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

If I understand, the replacement axle is 1 centimeter shorter. Is that correct? If that is correct, that means the splines that go into the differential are a centimeter shorter. That would likely cause a slight change in strength.

Is the axle the same diameter? Is everything else the same? Did everything bolt together properly and securely?

Let me know.

Joe
Apr 1, 2023 at 6:19 PM
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AZZAM12AZZAM
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Thanks a lot Joe for fast replying.
Today I measured it again the splines in the original is 5 cm long the other i bought is 4.5 cm but other than that everything is the same I installed it fitted ok i drove no problem no noise or felt any change ( I don't know if it's okay) or i should buy the original one and if i can ask a favor under what code or part no is original axle?
Thanks a lot Joe, you always have been helpful to me.
Apr 2, 2023 at 3:18 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

I don't have the OEM part number. Sorry about that. However, if it is only 0.5 cm different, it should be fine. If you drove it and all seems okay, it should be. Just pay attention to see if you notice any odd sounds.

Let me know.

Joe
Apr 2, 2023 at 6:55 PM
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Hi again Joe, sorry for delay i was busy i took my car to body shop to lubricate bearings in rear axle but when he could not use the outer bearings it did not locked well in the spindle he advice to remove the whole differential and take it to lathe jop to fix the spindle and but it back again i didn't like this am not sure if the spindle welded in differential is there possible way to move the spindle only or i should do what he say
Thank you, Joe.
May 19, 2023 at 5:59 AM
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Hi,

Looking at the picture, which does need attention, but it's hard to tell for sure looking at it from one angle. If it is as rough as it appears, I would have it repaired before putting things back together.

Joe
May 19, 2023 at 10:19 PM
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Thanks Joe.
May 23, 2023 at 3:19 PM
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Hi again Joe, sorry to bother. l lost your website i found your last reply so i used it to seek help if i may
I have a problem with IPR I cranked no start i take the IPR pigtail out and put it in again car start up right away with no problem next day morning i do the same procedure abought new original IPR the same problem l scan with my scanner i got always this cod p2623 is it harness problem and how can I check the Harnes and if kindly there's diagram leading me the car PCM which wire's should i check?
My apologies again.
Thank you
Sep 16, 2023 at 3:20 PM
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Hi,

Welcome back. I have a favor to ask. I need you to start a new post. We try to keep the threads specific to one topic, so they are more helpful to others. I hope you understand.

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Take care and again, I hope you understand.

Joe
Sep 16, 2023 at 10:11 PM
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I totally understand Joe, i did that now thanks a lot.
Sep 17, 2023 at 2:27 AM
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Hi,

Thank you. I always feel bad doing that, but it is the only way we can keep things organized. I'm glad you understand.

Take care,

Joe
Sep 17, 2023 at 1:22 PM