>>|> Hi All.
|> I was wondering about something. I have a 2WD Dakota, '99 vintage.
|> I don't recall what years the Daks were offered with the read disc
|> brakes, but was curious....could I substitute a complete rear axle
|> assembly for my current setup without too much trouble ?? I'm
|> thinking of scouring the salvage yards in the surrounding counties,
|> and on the 'net for this item. Would it have to be from another 2WD
|> ?? Other than the obvious gearing compatibility, what should I be
|> aware of, and what model years should I concentrate on ?? Also, for
|> those of you that currently run this setup, or HAVE run one, is there
|> an appreciable advantage in stopping ability to justify the time/cost
|> ?? Thanks for your advice on this one.<<<<
to do a factory swap, you'd have to find a 03 or 04 Dak. You'd have to stick
with a 2wd assembly because the spring perches are on the top of the axle.
If you get a 4x4 rear, the perches are on the bottom of the exle and you'll
have to cut em' off and re-weld them. Durango R/T's had rar discs, but the
axle is too narrow, so you can't use that one. If you can get lucky enough,
you may be able to find one from a 03 R/T. That'll give you 9 1/4, 3.92 LSD,
and rear discs. Check around to see if you need a different master cylinder
and stuff. I've seen some 03 and 04 4.7 trucks with rear discs, but I don't
know if they are 9 1/4 or not.. I would totally do it if I had the money....
and I didn't want that Viper brake comversion so bad =)
-miggity
Newport News VA
2000 FR R/T CC
"...someone set up us the bomb...."
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