Your vehicle's differential bushings might be the culprit if they’re old, worn, or cracked. These essential components help control movement in the joints, absorb bumps on the road, and reduce vibrations and noise whether you’re driving forward or reversing. At David Galea Mechanical, your trusted local mechanic in Rural View, we’re well-equipped to handle this and many other automotive issues.  

The Ford Territory and Falcon are undoubtedly two of the most popular vehicles seen on Australian roads. However, both models are known to experience significant wear in certain rear suspension components, particularly the rear differential bushing. This is most common in vehicles that have covered high mileage, possess high horsepower, or are regularly used for towing.

If you’ve noticed a clunking noise or felt a jolt when accelerating or shifting between drive and reverse, it may indicate that your differential bushing is no longer functioning as it should. The rear differential bushing is designed to ensure a smooth and quiet transfer of power from the engine to the rear wheels, making it a vital part of your vehicle’s performance.  

Ignoring this issue can lead to additional wear and tear on other drivetrain and suspension components, potentially resulting in more costly repairs. Acting promptly when symptoms arise is both practical and cost-effective.

At David Galea Mechanical, your local Repco Authorised Service centre in Rural View, our skilled team has extensive experience diagnosing and resolving this problem. We can replace your worn rubber differential bushing with a durable Nolathane alternative, which is specifically engineered to address these concerns and restore your vehicle to peak performance.  

Did you know? Upgraded differential bushings, like Nolathane, not only improve durability but can also enhance handling and stability during cornering or heavy towing—offering additional benefits for your vehicle.

If clunking has become a regular part of your Territory or Falcon experience, don’t wait—get in touch with the team at David Galea Mechanical today.

Diagnose and repair differential bushing issues at David Galea Mechanical. Enhance performance, reduce noise, and improve handling with durable Nolathane upgrades. Book your service today!

Smooth Out Clunking in Your Territory or Falcon

At David Galea Mechanical in Rural View, we understand how crucial the transmission is to your vehicle’s performance.  

Your transmission enables your car to shift smoothly between gears, and transmission fluid plays a vital role in making this possible. Not only does it ensure seamless gear changes, but it also protects the internal components of your transmission. While transmission fluid doesn’t naturally decrease with use, it’s still important to check its level regularly. 

Over time, transmission fluid can become contaminated with metal particles and debris, which can reduce the lifespan of your transmission. Replacing a transmission is a costly repair, so maintaining clean, adequate transmission fluid is a smart way to protect your vehicle and avoid unnecessary expenses in the long term. 

Additionally, it’s worth noting that transmissions can suffer from overheating if fluid levels are too low, as the fluid also helps regulate temperature within the system.

At David Galea Mechanical, we offer a comprehensive 65 Point Vehicle Condition Report with every full car service upon request. This includes inspecting your transmission fluid, and we’ll let you know if it needs replacing or if your vehicle could benefit from a transmission service.

Ensure smooth gear changes with David Galea Mechanical. We check and maintain transmission fluid as part of our services to keep your vehicle performing at its best. Book a service today!

Expert Vehicle Transmission Services

We stock a wide variety of products to best suit your vehicle including:

ARK Trailer Parts - ARK are the leaders in trailer parts, towing gear and 4WD accessories.

Penrite Oils - Premium range of vehicle lubricants, oils, coolants, hydraulic fluids 

Delkor Batteries - Reliable, Durable and Maintenance Free batteries that last up to 3 times longer.

LED Autolamps - Designed and manufactured in Australia, high quality LED auto lamps 

Hulk 4x4 - 4WD & Off Road Vehicle Accessories

Sakura Filters - Fuel, Oil, Air they have you covered.

Safety Dave Products - rear vision camera kits, first aid kits, fire safety equipment and much more.

Wynns Products - Additives designed to clean, protect and lubricate cars of all ages.

We now stock great midrange tyres, available in a variety of sizes - from small car to all terrain and mud tyres.

David Galea Mechanical stock a wide variety of automotive products; Tyres, Hulk 4×4 Products, Safety Dave, Autolamps, Penrite oils and Delkor Batteries just to mention a few. For all your car accessories needs call us today.

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Call David Galea Mechanical for all your diesel 4WD and diesel passenger vehicle repairs, inspections and services. We are conveniently located in Rural View.

A diesel engine can be more efficient, better for the environment and cheaper to run than its petrol-powered counterpart. However, it still needs regular servicing to keep it running at an ultimate level and to help make sure nothing goes wrong. 

Our technicians at David Galea Mechanical are fully qualified to service diesel SUV, AWD, 4WD and Passenger diesel vehicles. Contact us today.

Call David Galea Mechanical for all your diesel 4WD and diesel passenger vehicle repairs, inspections and services.

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David Galea Mechanical take great pride in offering their clients personalised, and friendly service at all times. 
Conveniently located in Rural View, the business is a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring their technicians are kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods. 
David Galea Mechanical have a wealth of experience in servicing all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles. As a Repco Authorised Service centre, they have a commitment to high quality workmanship, ensuring the very best in automotive care.


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