I would change the fluid, see if that helps any, and it not...at least you
have documentation for the dealer that the fluid was changed and that this
isn't the problem. No, it shouldn't be that noisy at all...and if the
dealer says it's normal...grab a salesperson and a 5-Speed Dakota on the lot
and ask for a test drive with the service manager.
- Bernd
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-dakota-truck@BUFFNET.NET
Subject: DML: RE: NV3500 Gear Whine
So Bernd, would you suggest I take it in now or would they likely blow it
off
with 'all manual trannies will make some noise' or should I let it blow?
Basically, would a tranny tech see it as a real problem or not? My local
dealer's developed a fair case of brushing me off, but I can get a second
vehicle and leave it with them. Any idea how much time I'd have before it
fails, if it does? Also, should I let them add fluid to it and give it back
if
they agree it's a problem or will the sound keep up even with a full
gearcase?
Finally, the 3.9s use NV3500s too, right? I'll test drive a 3.9 or 4.7 if
they
have a 5-spd on the lot, just to compare notes if they're the same.
Crit
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