RE: RE: RE: Re: Rear end bench mechanics

From: Bernd D. Ratsch (fasstdak@hotmail.com)
Date: Thu Apr 21 2005 - 19:00:04 EDT


That's the only vehicle left with that option. Durango and Dakota are back
to the 8.25". At the dealership, the 9.25" series diff's (even on the new
1500's) were being changed/repaired on a daily basis. Never saw one 8.25"
for repair - even on the older 318 Dakota's.

It's too problematic and eats itself up at the carrier and pinion bearings.

- Bernd

-----Original Message-----
From: owner-dakota-truck@bent.twistedbits.net
[mailto:owner-dakota-truck@bent.twistedbits.net] On Behalf Of Gabriel A.
Couriel
Sent: Thursday, April 21, 2005 5:24 PM
To: dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net
Subject: DML: RE: RE: Re: Rear end bench mechanics

they're still using the 9.25's on the 1500's.

Gabriel A. Couriel

-----Original Message-----
From: owner-dakota-truck@bent.twistedbits.net
[mailto:owner-dakota-truck@bent.twistedbits.net]On Behalf Of Bernd D.
Ratsch
Sent: Thursday, April 21, 2005 5:40 PM
To: dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net
Subject: DML: RE: Re: Rear end bench mechanics

BTW: Funny thing with Mopar - they got rid of the 9.25" on the newer
vehicles and are using the 8.25" unit. Better life, less problems, and
actually just as strong. :)

- Bernd

-----Original Message-----
From: owner-dakota-truck@bent.twistedbits.net
[mailto:owner-dakota-truck@bent.twistedbits.net] On Behalf Of Woodruff,
Jason P
Sent: Thursday, April 21, 2005 4:03 PM
To: dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net
Subject: DML: Re: Rear end bench mechanics

I researched it, and word on the street is the Auburns wear out quickly for
my application. I saw quotes from 6months to 6runs (2days).

Has anyone modified the stock LSD? I've heard you can add clutch plates to
stiffen/strengthen/lengthen life.

Jay W



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