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BoSox
Dodge Dakota
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7/26/2005
13:16:48
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 Subject: Front diff noise
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I have a '01 Dakota Quad Cab, 4.7, 4x4, with 84k miles on it. Recently I had to have the rear diff replaced (under warranty). There was a slight humming coming from the rear end when I took it to the dealer. They said I needed a complete overhaul. There were metal pieces in the diff and everything.
Now there seem to be that same noise (but louder) comming from my front diff. I haven't used 4 wheel drive since the winter except just recently to switch it from 2 wheel to 4 wheel and then back again after first hearing the humming.
The truck doesn't seem to be stuck in 4 wheel drive (takes turns easily) so I don't think the switch is faulty.
But why would I have this noise coming from my front diff if it isn't in 4 wheel drive?
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brad2
Dodge Dakota
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7/26/2005
13:59:54
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I can't help you with your problems, but how much did the overhaul for the rear diff cost. The dealer just found metal in mine.
thanks
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BoSox
Dodge Dakota
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7/26/2005
14:21:09
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It was still under warranty but it would've been over $1,000 with parts/labor etc.
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chrisb4x4
Dodge Dakota
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7/26/2005
14:41:41
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I would go to an off road shop to have an over haul done on the differentials. I had new gears and seals installed on my truck (2004 QC 4x4 4.7) and the total was under $1400.00 total for both axels. The dealer will rip you off on these things.
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jayb
Dodge Dakota
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7/26/2005
15:18:12
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check your fluid. most likely you either have low fluid level, or water in the fluid. i think its smoked anyway though. dont overhaul both diff's if you just had it done.
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