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grapeape
Dodge Dakota
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11/09/2003
02:26:16
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Am due for fluid change in diffs and t-case,how tough is this to do myself?If it is a nightmare,what should I expect to pay at a dealer?Had a lot of luck with previous postings,you guys are pretty helpful and knowledgable.
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jeremiah2360
Dodge Dakota
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11/09/2003
11:55:36
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What year truck is yours...etc.
The transfer case is super simple.(two hex drain plugs,3/8 or 10mm?) The rear diff very easy. Front diff I haven`t done yet. It looks to be a bit of a pain. I think you have to remove the splash guard to make it easier and the bolts are tougher to get at. Plus there`s the vent tube to deal with. Not that bad I know but I`m lazy.
Uh oh the "do a search police" are coming...gotta go, good luck!
03 qc 4.7 auto 4x4 21k
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DakAttack
Dodge Dakota
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11/09/2003
15:08:00
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You can do your own if you have the right tools. The transfer case is easy. The rear dif is easy. Use Amsoil and you won't need a dif additive, plus it's just damn good stuff. The front is a different story. You'll need a suction gun to put the oil back in. It's a tight squeeze removing and installing the cover and especially cleaning the mating surface of the housing. I found it easier to reach the top bolts through the hole provided for removing the oil filter and using a long extension on the ratchet. Be careful reinstalling the cover. I found screwing a couple of studs in as guide pins helped a lot and kept me from messing up the gasket material. I couldn't imagine having it leak and having to start all over again. In the end I thought it was worth the trouble doing it myself because I know it was done right and I got the chance to see if there were any fillings in either case. There weren't.
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.boB
Dodge Dakota
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11/09/2003
17:10:27
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I just replaced the diff fluid in my '01 5.9. Refilling the front diff is easier than the rear. The vent tube terminates in a breather valve, loacted next to the battery. Just pull out the valve and fill through the vent tube. Much easier than doing it from below.
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jeremiah2360
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11/09/2003
17:17:24
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Hmmm...No filings ay, maybe I`ll just pump it out instead.(I do use Amsoil)Thanks for the info DakAttack. How many miles on that diff with no filings, first change?
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jeremiah2360
Dodge Dakota
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11/09/2003
17:32:52
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Thats what that is! Thanks .boB. I`ve asked what that is on here before but you can`t get a straight answer from some of these guys ;)
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11/09/2003
19:34:05
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Helpful Differential Recommendations:
-- Flush (drain) as much of the old fluid out.
-- Differential fluid capacity depends on ring gear and axle housing size.
-- Do not over/under fill differential. This could mean a capacity difference of a quart or more and may cause overheating problems. (See the owner’s manual for proper fill level)
AMSOIL gear oils are formulated with friction modifiers for limited slip differential applications. There is no need to add limited slip or additional additives.
-- After changing the differential fluid, drive the vehicle in 7 or 8 figure eight turns, so the new lubricant can work its way into the axle assembly.
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grapeape
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11/09/2003
20:45:33
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sorry,should have told you i have a 2001 QC with 4.7
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