370z rear Axle replacement

imsimplee · 09-21-2016, 01:25 PM

Hi guys had some help yesterday when I figured out my axle is blown. Got around on ebay found a good looking one with 60k~ish miles on it in good condition but had another question..

Are there different types of axles for the Z's in-between models?
Like are there base,touring,sport or nismo axles or are they all the same.
Just being sure before I pull the trigger and want to make sure Im getting the right length and specs for my Z.

Thanks alot!

imsimplee · 09-21-2016, 05:02 PM

pls reply

Felix 808 · 09-21-2016, 07:15 PM

How are you coming to the conclusion you axle is blown? Yes the stub side shaft varies from auto, manual LSD ect. Also some shafts are threaded while others are not, so you may end up having to use bolts & nuts v.s just bolts.

jchammond · 09-21-2016, 07:30 PM

Yes,,,also different ratio's
RC33,RC36,RC39
my base 11' came with an open RC33 (3.357:1) since added a Quaife Helical traction device.
RC36 (3.69),RC39 (3.90ish) could be a 3.92
some are open & some posi...most Sport's & Nismo's had posi.

imsimplee · 09-22-2016, 12:18 AM

Would I be able to put a base model axle in my nismo? Im pretty sure my current axle is done because its clicking and has been for 250+ miles

imsimplee · 09-22-2016, 12:32 AM

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Link to pictures of the damage

imsimplee · 09-22-2016, 02:29 AM

^^^

Quote:

Originally Posted by jchammond

Yes,,,also different ratio's
RC33,RC36,RC39
my base 11' came with an open RC33 (3.357:1) since added a Quaife Helical traction device.
RC36 (3.69),RC39 (3.90ish) could be a 3.92
some are open & some posi...most Sport's & Nismo's had posi.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Felix 808

How are you coming to the conclusion you axle is blown? Yes the stub side shaft varies from auto, manual LSD ect. Also some shafts are threaded while others are not, so you may end up having to use bolts & nuts v.s just bolts.

jchammond · 09-22-2016, 05:52 AM

Looks like you just have a bad CV axle;that bolt's to the stub shaft on your diff.
pictures are kinda icky looking/may have a failed rear bushing,causing extra slop.
Look in your door jamb & get the Axle code from it,,,RC__ & this will give you an idea of what you're working with.
As far as the ring/pinion/internals being broke...A qualified tech could ck. that-also have your fluid changed on the proper intervals or before.

imsimplee · 09-22-2016, 02:04 PM

Yeah its RC36, But I'm being told any type of replacement cv axle shaft will be fine?
Even though I have LSD and my ratios are different than that of a base? is this true

imsimplee · 09-22-2016, 08:05 PM

pls reply

jchammond · 09-22-2016, 08:39 PM

If you plan to keep your ~Z~,,,do not put a used axle on it.
I know you live on the Left coast-but we have some very good tech's & parts supplier's on the east coast.
call Z1Motorsports & speak to Russ,Jon or Joel...They have the knowledge to help guide you......i'm not sure what will fit-but sure as heck wouldn't go the used route.
Look up their website..

Maddog · 09-23-2016, 01:44 AM

Clicking axle is often cured with a regrease like the 350z , easy job shouldnt cost more than $70

There is a TSB for it

https://www.z1motorsports.com/upload...BAxleClick.pdf

imsimplee · 09-23-2016, 05:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jchammond

If you plan to keep your ~Z~,,,do not put a used axle on it.
I know you live on the Left coast-but we have some very good tech's & parts supplier's on the east coast.
call Z1Motorsports & speak to Russ,Jon or Joel...They have the knowledge to help guide you......i'm not sure what will fit-but sure as heck wouldn't go the used route.
Look up their website..

Thanks man. Shot them a call and said a used axle will work fine till I can order a new remanufactured one

09-21-2016, 01:25 PM	#1 (permalink)
imsimplee Base Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: SoCal Posts: 152 Drives: 09' Nismo 370z Rep Power: 3366	370z rear Axle replacement Hi guys had some help yesterday when I figured out my axle is blown. Got around on ebay found a good looking one with 60k~ish miles on it in good condition but had another question.. Are there different types of axles for the Z's in-between models? Like are there base,touring,sport or nismo axles or are they all the same. Just being sure before I pull the trigger and want to make sure Im getting the right length and specs for my Z. Thanks alot! __________________ Instagram --->https://instagram.com/simplemvtt

09-21-2016, 05:02 PM	#2 (permalink)
imsimplee Base Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: SoCal Posts: 152 Drives: 09' Nismo 370z Rep Power: 3366	pls reply __________________ Instagram --->https://instagram.com/simplemvtt

09-21-2016, 07:15 PM	#3 (permalink)
Felix 808 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Camarillo, CA Posts: 1,063 Drives: 2011 PW/Grey T/S 7AT Rep Power: 2807	How are you coming to the conclusion you axle is blown? Yes the stub side shaft varies from auto, manual LSD ect. Also some shafts are threaded while others are not, so you may end up having to use bolts & nuts v.s just bolts. __________________ Semper Fi Μολὼν λαβέ

09-21-2016, 07:30 PM	#4 (permalink)
jchammond A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: South Carolina Age: 58 Posts: 15,204 Drives: 13’ 370Z TS 7A/T Rep Power: 2684395	Yes,,,also different ratio's RC33,RC36,RC39 my base 11' came with an open RC33 (3.357:1) since added a Quaife Helical traction device. RC36 (3.69),RC39 (3.90ish) could be a 3.92 some are open & some posi...most Sport's & Nismo's had posi. __________________ MazWorx built long block \| FI-TT-100 Stage 2.75 \| IPT built 7A/T http://www.the370z.com/members-370z-...s-musings.html

09-22-2016, 12:18 AM	#5 (permalink)
imsimplee Base Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: SoCal Posts: 152 Drives: 09' Nismo 370z Rep Power: 3366	Would I be able to put a base model axle in my nismo? Im pretty sure my current axle is done because its clicking and has been for 250+ miles __________________ Instagram --->https://instagram.com/simplemvtt

09-22-2016, 12:32 AM	#6 (permalink)
imsimplee Base Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: SoCal Posts: 152 Drives: 09' Nismo 370z Rep Power: 3366	Imgur: The most awesome images on the Internet Link to pictures of the damage __________________ Instagram --->https://instagram.com/simplemvtt

09-22-2016, 05:52 AM	#8 (permalink)
jchammond A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: South Carolina Age: 58 Posts: 15,204 Drives: 13’ 370Z TS 7A/T Rep Power: 2684395	Looks like you just have a bad CV axle;that bolt's to the stub shaft on your diff. pictures are kinda icky looking/may have a failed rear bushing,causing extra slop. Look in your door jamb & get the Axle code from it,,,RC__ & this will give you an idea of what you're working with. As far as the ring/pinion/internals being broke...A qualified tech could ck. that-also have your fluid changed on the proper intervals or before. __________________ MazWorx built long block \| FI-TT-100 Stage 2.75 \| IPT built 7A/T http://www.the370z.com/members-370z-...s-musings.html

09-22-2016, 02:04 PM	#9 (permalink)
imsimplee Base Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: SoCal Posts: 152 Drives: 09' Nismo 370z Rep Power: 3366	Yeah its RC36, But I'm being told any type of replacement cv axle shaft will be fine? Even though I have LSD and my ratios are different than that of a base? is this true __________________ Instagram --->https://instagram.com/simplemvtt

09-22-2016, 08:05 PM	#10 (permalink)
imsimplee Base Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: SoCal Posts: 152 Drives: 09' Nismo 370z Rep Power: 3366	pls reply __________________ Instagram --->https://instagram.com/simplemvtt

09-22-2016, 08:39 PM	#11 (permalink)
jchammond A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: South Carolina Age: 58 Posts: 15,204 Drives: 13’ 370Z TS 7A/T Rep Power: 2684395	If you plan to keep your ~Z~,,,do not put a used axle on it. I know you live on the Left coast-but we have some very good tech's & parts supplier's on the east coast. call Z1Motorsports & speak to Russ,Jon or Joel...They have the knowledge to help guide you......i'm not sure what will fit-but sure as heck wouldn't go the used route. Look up their website.. __________________ MazWorx built long block \| FI-TT-100 Stage 2.75 \| IPT built 7A/T http://www.the370z.com/members-370z-...s-musings.html

09-23-2016, 01:44 AM	#12 (permalink)
Maddog Base Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Uk Posts: 94 Drives: 2012 370z GT a/t Rep Power: 12	Clicking axle is often cured with a regrease like the 350z , easy job shouldnt cost more than $70 There is a TSB for it https://www.z1motorsports.com/upload...BAxleClick.pdf __________________ Eibach sway bars and 25mm spacers, Stillen kit , Level 10 trans, Quaife diff

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