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Robert
Dodge Dakota
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10/03/2006
23:07:08
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 Subject: No-Slip locker for an 8.25" WITH LSD
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I just wanted to give everyone an update on the Powertrax No Slip Lockers. I just installed one in a 2002 Dodge Dakota with factory Limited Slip (LSD, Posi or whatever you want to call it, it is the same thing). I know what you are saying, the same exact thing the sales people and the tech support gurus said at Richmond Gear (aka Powertrax) “ We don’t make a No-Slip for the 2002 Dakota with LSD” but I gave them the part number for a Jeep Liberty with an 8 ¼ Chrysler 29 spline rear end with factory Limited Slip (92-0382-2925) which is the same exact rear end as in the Dodge Dakota 8.25” (10 bolt) rear end (1997 +) with factory LSD. They said thank you and they will update their application charts in the near future. The correct part number if you have an open differential is (92-0382-2905). The installation took me about 3 hours (actual working time including the 1 hour for the liquid gasket to cure) and it was easy, the instructions were pretty clear and the parts fit together just like the manual said, once I received a new set of couplers that is. Must have been a Friday and the machinist decided to crank down a little too hard on the coupler bearing surfaces and caused them to oval out. They are aware of the problem now so any future units should be correct, however check the dimensions before ripping out your side and spyder gears and clutch packs. My truck sat on jack stands for a weekend while they fedexed my new couplers to me. The correct diameter on the coupler bearing surfaces should be 1.495” + or - .001” and round, not oval ha ha. It performs flawlessly on and off road, I have not heard a click, bang, slap or any other gear noise people affectionately describe their detroits making. There are no tire scuffing, chirping or dragging noises either so I am assuming I should have normal tire wear. Off road it is a full locker and performs as an axle with two wheels should, both equally contributing to the cause, unlike my factory nearly open LSD (and I only have 40,000 miles on it). Yes LSD’s do wear out even if they were any good in the first place. Again the correct No-Slip part number for a dodge Dakota 1997+ 8.25” WITH LIMITED SLIP is (92-0382-2925). The correct No-Slip part number for the same rear end WITH AN OPEN DIFF is (92-0382-2905). Hope this helps.
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Robert
Dodge Dakota
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2/07/2007
21:30:07
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Just wanted to give everyone an update on my locker installation. Just finishing up a decent winter with my new locker and so far it has made a big difference in traction. I have not observed much if any difference in icy road handling, probably because I am either running full time AWD or 4wd so the front is doing a little pulling which prevents the back from getting carried away. I also threw on a set of Toyo Open Country MTR's 285 75R 16's with only a little torsion lift and some light plastic trimming (which I could have avoided if I had only remembered to use my heat gun). Both modifications have made me very happy. I even pulled a full size van out of some decent snow sideways as if he were right behind me getting a regular tow. Not one indication of any slipping going on. Next on my list is tracking down a helical gear LSD for the front. I will keep you posted.
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Super bee
GenI
2/09/2007
00:54:45
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now if i could figure out why mine sticks
go around a corner then only one wheel works until you let off the gas, then the other one will engage
1990 sport RC SB, 1995 318drivetrain, 3.92 gears (came with truck) Powertrax "traction system", 95 dash/steering wheel, hearthrob exhaust, headers, cutout after y-pipe, necessary electric fan add-a-leafs, 30x9.5 mud tires, cranked T-bars, AR 39 15x8 rims, grill guard, roll bars
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BANGYOURWIFE
Dodge Dakota
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2/16/2007
16:59:33
| RE: No-Slip locker for an 8.25
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WHAT FLUID DID YOU USE, I WENT WITH ROYAL PURPLE AND ALSO HAVE GOTTEN THE SAME RESULTS AS YOU DESCRIBE ABOVE!!
THANKS..
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Robert
Dodge Dakota
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2/17/2007
15:45:54
| RE: No-Slip locker for an 8.25
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I used Valvoline synthetic gear oil, I am going to change over my transfer case to the same stuff once it warms up here. I may drain the diff and refill it just to see if there is any metal debris
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Super bee
GenI
2/17/2007
22:39:59
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jsut the bulk gear oil we get at work
and a quart i picked up at a store because i didnt get enough
but that extra quart had friction modifier in it
didnt realize it until it was too late
recently i drained the pumpkin and refilled with regular gear oil, the bulk stuff at work, and some leftover valvoline of the same weight
its better, but still sticks
i might do that a few more times to see if it helps
1990 sport RC SB, 1995 318drivetrain, 3.92 gears (came with truck) Powertrax "traction system", 95 dash/steering wheel, hearthrob exhaust, headers, cutout after y-pipe, necessary electric fan add-a-leafs, 30x9.5 mud tires, cranked T-bars, AR 39 15x8 rims, grill guard, roll bars
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yzeffer
Dodge Dakota
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2/19/2007
10:03:24
| RE: No-Slip locker for an 8.25
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Just so I understand the concept of this locker device... Is it a full locker or on the street does it work like a normal LSD or similar to it? I have an open 8.25 rear end and I would like some kind of locker but I dont want to sacrafice the street end of my truck. A little explination of how it works and feels would be great. Thanks. Dan
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Kota Kid
Dodge Dakota
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2/19/2007
17:48:43
| RE: No-Slip locker for an 8.25
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Its a full locker but it is syncronized so its a little quieter and smoother on the road than other lockers.
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Super bee
GenI
2/22/2007
01:31:20
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well i was reading the manual for the powertrax today
it says if you have sluggish response use the lightest weight oil recommended by the manufacturer
so sometime im going to pull it all apart, pray it all down with brake cleaner to get the old crap out and replace with some lighter weight than 85-140
maybe some 75-140
1990 sport RC SB, 1995 318drivetrain, 3.92 gears (came with truck) Powertrax "traction system", 95 dash/steering wheel, hearthrob exhaust, headers, cutout after y-pipe, necessary electric fan add-a-leafs, 30x9.5 mud tires, cranked T-bars, AR 39 15x8 rims, grill guard, roll bars
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Super bee
GenI
2/24/2007
22:40:15
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well iw as spinning in the snow on Wednesday trying to get out of a drift
broke the SOB AGAIN
I'm so pissed
1990 sport RC SB, 1995 318drivetrain, 3.92 gears (came with truck) Powertrax "traction system", 95 dash/steering wheel, hearthrob exhaust, headers, cutout after y-pipe, necessary electric fan add-a-leafs, 30x9.5 mud tires, cranked T-bars, AR 39 15x8 rims, grill guard, roll bars
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Travis
GenIII
6/26/2007
14:21:54
| RE: No-Slip locker for an 8.25
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I am getting ready to buy one of these powertrax no slip today or tomorrow. Would anyone recomend the powertrax or any other. Also going from 3.55 to 3.90. 4 wheel parts has free shipping and master install kits front and rear ring and pinion for about $450.00 to your door right now. Anyone else gone from 3.55 to 3.90. How was it. Thanks
00,CC,SLT,4.7,Auto,4X4,3" Cat back, 3" PA Lift with 32's
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Bucket
GenII
6/27/2007
10:28:14
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I went from 3.21 to 3.90 when i got my new tires and it made all the difference in the world,i couldnt get out of 4th gear with 3.21 and 32s,I also had a Detroit locker installed while doing the gears,works great.
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