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MikeS
Dodge Dakota
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7/22/2002
16:27:50
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has anyone converted their open rear end on their 4th gen Dakota to the limited slip like the R/T has (I believe)? If so where did you source the parts from, how much did they cost and how involved is the install? I would really like to stay away from posi rear ends because I dont care for all the mechanical noise they make. This is just a daily driver, not a race car. The only reason I want limited slip is for more traction in wet/winter conditions. Thanks for any help you gentleman can provide.
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Jack
Dodge Dakota
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7/22/2002
21:51:19
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MikeS,
I have a V6 SLT CC daily driver that used to spin out all the time too. I considered the rearend mod, but decided not to have it cracked open. Instead I put 255/70R15 BF Goodrich TA performance tires, K&N IAS shocks, and a Hellwig anti-sway bar on the truck. I have much more grip now both wet and dry roads. I live in Seattle so there are LOTS of wet roads. I feel better knowing that my rear end isn't gonna putz out because some guy didn't do the job right. You know the saying "If it ain't broke..."
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MikeS
Dodge Dakota
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7/23/2002
00:31:42
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I already have new tires on order. This time they will be Michelin all season radials. I'm actually going down from 255 to 245 to ensure better grip in the snow.
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Chaximus
Dodge Dakota
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7/23/2002
15:53:22
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I got the powertrax no slip locker in my diff, and i rarely spin out, even in mud. It rules and gives me the capability of a 4x4. Haven't tried it in snow yet, but itching to:) I don't even know its there either :)
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MikeS
Dodge Dakota
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7/24/2002
02:20:20
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chaximus, doesnt the locker make lots of mechanical noise when your doing slow turns? Also how much did it cost you for parts and install if you didnt do it yourself?
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Chaximus
Dodge Dakota
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7/24/2002
11:40:16
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The first few hundred miles, let's say..200, u will hear some locking and clicking, until it finishes it's run-in period. After that, u won't even know it's there. It works like a charm and get's me through mudholes that i wouldn't normally have a chance with. Occasionally, it clicks in reverse but that becomes normal. For my dakota, which is rare since it's 2wd and teh demand is not high, it cost around $400, and i had the shop install it because i didn't want to make a mistake ;) Don't compare this with a Detroit locker, they are loud and noisey, while these powertrax lockers aren't.
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MikeS
Dodge Dakota
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7/27/2002
11:48:57
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thanks for the input.
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FlameRed01
Dodge Dakota
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7/27/2002
19:45:45
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i also have the powertrax rear and its great except for the clicking, if i take a turn fast the back end will definitley rip out on me, especially in the rain, and the wheel hop sucks too. i love the unit and it goes great with higher gears.
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Chaximus
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7/28/2002
11:46:30
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Interesting...i only get clicking when i go in reverse, or if i am ramping my truck at an extreme anble. Hmm.....guess each truch has it's own personality ;)
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