I know this is long after the original thread, but I happened to be looking for information on repairing the two speed diff in my 1957 Chevy 6100 Wrecker. I've been told by the shop that the diaphragm is brittle and cracked. I did find a place that has reproduction diaphrams.
http://www.rebuildersenterprises.com/http://www.ebay.com/itm/2-SPEED-REAR-AXLE-DIAPHRAGM-GM-3847058-BENDIX-374451-/172542577743GM 3847058 2 SPEED DIAPHRAGM
This is a brand new diaphragm manufactured for
www.rebuildersenterprises.comFits GM 2 speed rear axles, Also replaces Bendix 374451.
O.D. is approx 7" I.D. is approx 3"
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