>
> The front and rear differentials have breather tubes as well as the transfer
> case. I have had my Dakota out mudding on many occasions. First check the
> fluid level in the differentials. If it's milky, you definitely got some
> water in there and have to change it. The breather for the transfer case is
> about 6 inches higher than the differentials. If the differentials are OK,
> then the transfer case shouldn't be a problem. Second, hit all the grease
> fittings under the front end with a grease gun. Don't forget any fittings on
> the driveshafts. Also inspect the CV boots for any damage. A pinhole in one
> of those can allow water/dirt to get into there.
>
> If you do this sort of thing frequently, you can get a short length of air
> hose and a few small hose clamps. I bought a 6 foot coiled air hose at sears.
> I cut the hose into 3, 2 foot lengths and clamped one end of each to the
> breather tubes. The other ends I attached to a higher spot on the truck. By
> snorkeling the breathers I'm able to traverse deeper water without getting
> moisture into sensitive parts.
>
> Walter_Felix@MSN.COM
>
That's an excellent idea Walter, I'm ashamed of myself for not thinking of
it myself.... ;)
Bruce
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