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xplikt
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7/16/2003
12:15:43
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A ring and pinoin change shouldn't cost more than 200 in labour. So if you have the gears, install kit, and oil you just need someone with the skills and tools to install it all.
A dial indicator will cost you about 100 bucks. Rear ends are also something that takes a try or two if it's your first time. It's worth the 200 IMO.
Even the most mechanical people I know of that change out engines and rip them apart get the gears done at a shop. It's one of those things there is no shame in getting it done at a shop.
And again, it shouldn't be more than 200 labour. If you bring them the rear end it'll be even cheaper, but will take some labour on your part.
-Mike
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2002 2WD RC SLT 4.7L 5spd 3.92 LSD
MBRP Single in/out | straight piped 3rd cat | turndown tip
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150BM fan | removed clutch | HD Radiator
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Grant
Dodge Dakota
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9/26/2003
11:35:46
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I want to put a posi in my 93 V6 soon to be V8 dak. Is it hard to install a posi spool? Will i need any special tools or is it easier to have some one do it?
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Heavyweight
Dodge Dakota
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12/01/2003
15:20:09
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I have a 2000 Durango and a 2002 Dakota. They both have 8.25 rear axles and they are both AWD.
They both have 4.7 litres of PURE MOPAR POWER! They both have the Tow-package etc. Dodge figures, that the Torque is being split, so no need for the 9.25.
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03dak47
Dodge Dakota
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12/03/2003
22:40:20
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I just bought my dak and it has the 9.25 rear end. It is a 2003 Dak 2wd. Tire and handling group, no tow package. Reg cab 4.7 5spd auto and the open 3.55 gears.
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Danny
Dodge Dakota
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12/22/2003
19:37:38
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Sorry to change the subject, but I was just wondering if anyone know what a good price for a new rearend is? Mine's messed up and i'm gettin a new one, posi and all.
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sframer
Dodge Dakota
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12/24/2003
14:40:04
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I had the job done on my dakota about a month ago and it was about $500. My brother-in-law thought that was a really good deal. Now I'm hearing a concerning noise in the engine!!
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Paul
Dodge Dakota
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1/08/2004
23:56:46
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got the v6 with a bad rear end, specifically rear carrier bearings putting out a low rumbling 8.25 non-posi
Tranny shop want 300 labor plus parts
Going to wreckers for posi 8.25 $650
Here are some good websites for rear end parts
http://www.randysringandpinion.com/
http://www.drivetrainsuperstores.com/
http://www.differentials.com/
http://www.drivetrain.com/
It's a start... although I am tempted to change the oil and put in the additive to see if it will help but........
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Rob454
Dodge Dakota
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1/09/2004
11:50:28
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I bought mine used for 600$ 100$ ship 9 1/4 with posi lock and 3 55 gears. Dealer wanted 1800 to rebuild mine.
Rob
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Paul
Dodge Dakota
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1/09/2004
12:04:14
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Here in LA I have called a dozen wreckers. Few 97-2000 dakota/durango rear ends. 9 1/4 durango unit 1100 used! One wreckin 4x4 shop said they don't bother with them used. The 8 1/4 bearings go especially if pinion has been incorrectly installed between 80-110K. My truck 110,000K.
Powertrain specialist in Garden Grove Ca specializes in rear ends and if I can't find a posi 8 1/4 or 9 1/4 I will rebuild and upgrade with a auburn unit. I would like to go from 3.21 to 3.55's to pull my nautique.
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Jimmy
Dodge Dakota
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4/14/2004
21:55:23
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I have also a 00 awd and a 8 1/4. I did find out from Dodge that the previous post was correct. The awd will Dissipate the heat and forces on both diffs and does not req 9 1/4 diffs.
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