Jon, From what I understand from the area rep. He personally called DC "engineers" and they told him that they never see Spider gear failure in the 9.25 rear, and that if the dealer were to send it in under warranty they would return it.
Now, here's what I think.
1. The dealer pulled the cover off and decided to replace the spider gear set.
2. The dealer then pulls the center section out and realizes the extensive damage that has been done from broken pieces floating around, and they now need a complete assembly. At that point they call in the area rep. The area rep. gets involved and ultimately says NO, that it was from abuse, an "it looks like someone reved it high and dumped the clutch"
I tried to argue with them but they were'nt listening.
BTW, Slicks were off, and I spent an afternoon cleaning the underside of the truck before taking it to the dealer ;)
Matt
In a message dated Tue, 5 Dec 2000 11:51:55 PM Eastern Standard Time, "Jon Smith" <jon@fast4x4.net> writes:
<< Matt, I'm curious to know what reason the dealer gave for not covering under
warrenty? Did you leave the slicks on?? ;-)
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Jon Smith--Raleigh, NC
jon@fast4x4.net
www.fast4x4.net
'95 Dakota 4x4 318 CC auto
I took the big hit today, I ordered a complete rear end assembly, '00
9.25", 3.92, Posi. part# 5015815AA Comes with everything except the axles,
outer axle bearings/outer seals and brake components.
I made a deal with the parts manager and they're going to install bearings
and seals for just the cost of the parts. Price on the assembly was 1041.00
and with the outer bearings/seals and tax, out the door will be around
1200.00 bucks. ouch!!!!!!! Should have it next week and be back on the
road!
I want my truck back bad, this Ferd pickup is actually feeling quick after
driving it for 3 weeks!!! bawaahaa haa
Matt Y2K-HEMI
'00 RC 4.7L 5 spd
14.23 @ 94.49
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