Ok I have a 98 dodge ram 1500 SLT quad cab 4x4 with the 5.2L and 5sp manual tranny, it has 3.55 gears, dana 44 front and chrysler 9.25 rear, pretty sure I have an open differential as it seems like my passengers side tires are the only ones that spin in the snow or mud. My question is what is the cheapest but best way to change that so I have all tires moving at the same time. I've seen people that weld something in the differentials, I've people that got lockers and stuff like that. Could I just find axles from another truck and put them on mine or what are my best options?

Sorry if I'm not posting this question in the right place but I've tried to post a reply on other treads and for some reason I can't but it lets me post it here.?.?.?

 

You should get a build sheet first, http://www.dodge.com/wccsapp/univers...ull&category=R

See if your truck indeed has an open diff or if you have the anti spin rear that's just wore out.

I think clutches can be replaced fairly cheap.

Lunchbox style lockers aren't too expensive, detroit truetrac is a good option too...

 

this us the email i got back.

Dear Brian:

Thank you for contacting the Ram Customer Assistance Center.

We are pleased to provide vehicle build information per your request.

According to our records, your vehicle was equipped from the factory
with the following:


Vehicle Description DODGE RAM 1500 P/U QUAD CAB
Model Year 1998
Body Model BE 6 L 33
Color PFKA- Light Driftwood Satin Glow

Sales Code * * Description
*R1 Premium Cloth 40/20/40 Bench Seat
-AZ Agate
ADAP Light Group
ADJ Heavy Duty Service Group
AHC Trailer Tow Group
AJKP Convenience Group
AJPP Power Convenience Group
APAS Monotone Paint
ASPP SLT Decor Group
AWK Travel Convenience Group
A03P 5.2L ENG(ELF)/5SPD M/T TRANS(DDC)
BAZP 136 Amp Alternator
BCQP 750 Amp Maintenance Free Battery
BGJS Pwr Disc/Drum Rr Anti-Lock Brakes
BKAS 11x2 Rear Drum Brakes
CBEP 40/20/40 Split Bench Seat
CGDS Front Height Adjust Shoulder Belts
CGWS Next Generation Front Air Bags**
CGZS Passenger Air Bag On/Off Switch
CHEP Deluxe Headliner
CKEP Front Seat Area Carpet
CLAP Front Floor Mats
CSPS Passenger Assist Handle
CSRP Passenger Assist Handles
CUE Rear Underseat Compartment Storage
CUNP Overhead Console w/Temp & Compass
DBBC All Manual Transmissions
DDC 5-Speed HD Manual Transmission
DHKS Shift-on-the-Fly,231HD Transfer Case
***DJCS 195MM Front Axle
***DMDP 3.55 Rear Axle Ratio
***DRBP Corporate 9.25 LD Rear Axle
EAAC All Engines
EAGC All Gas Engine
ELF 5.2L V8 MPI Engine
GACS Tinted Glass Windows
GBBS Tinted Windshield Glass
GCBS Front Door Tinted Glass
GFD Rear Sliding Window
GNCP Sun Visors w/Illum Vanity Mirrors
GNKP Rear View Auto Dim Mirror
GTSP Power Heated Mirrors, Fold-Away
GVBC All Vehicles W/Power Mirrors
GXM Remote Keyless Entry
HAAP Air Conditioning
HGAP Hood Insulation
HGBS Dash Liner Insulation
JAYP Instrument Cluster w/Tach
JCBS 120 MPH Primary Speedometer
JHAS Var Intermittent Windshield Wipers
JJAS Cigar Lighter
JJBS Dual Note Electric Horns
JJJS 12V Auxiliary Power Outlet
JPAP Power Windows
JPBP Power Locks
KRXP BLACK - BADGE - 4 x 4, TAILGATE
KTXP BLACK - BADGE - DODGE, TAILGATE
K1XP BLACK - MOLDING - BODYSIDE PROTECTIVE
K17P Bodyside Molding
LAAP Ignition Time Delay Lamp
LAPP Shift Indicator Warning Lamp
LBAP Map/Courtesy Lamp
LBCP Glove Box Lamp
LDAP Underhood Lamp
LMAS Halogen Headlamps
LNJ Fog Lamps
LPES Cargo Lamp
LSA Security Alarm
MBFS Bright Rear Bumper
MCTS Bright Front Bumper
MDAP Front License Plate Bracket
MFDS Bright Grille
MHAS Black Windshield Moldings
MPBP Black Tailgate Applique
MWDS Removable Tailgate w/Caliper Latches
MXBS Front Air Dam
MXCP Front Bumper Sight Shields
NAA Federal Emissions
NBKP EVAP Control System
NFWS 26 Gallon Fuel Tank
NHMP Speed Control
PFKA Light Driftwood Satin Glow
QFKS Light Driftwood Satin Glow
RAAC All Radio Equipped Vehicles
RASS AM/FM Cassette Radio
RCDP 4 Speakers
RDDP Fixed Long Mast Antenna
SBAS Variable Assist Power Steering
SCVP Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
SFBS Front Heavy Duty Shock Absorbers
SGBS Rear Heavy Duty Shock Absorbers
SHAS Front Stabilizer Bar
SUAP Tilt Steering Column
TBBS Full Size Spare Tire
TBMP Tire Carrier Winch
TXW P265/75R16 OWL On/Off Road Tires
TZAP Goodyear Brand Tires
WDS 16X7.0 Forged Aluminum Wheels
WLBP Steel Spare Wheel
WMLP Dodge Center Cap
XBSS Pickup Box
XCMS Vendor Painted Cargo Box
XEFP Transfer Case Skid Plate Shield
YAAS Build To U.S. Mkt. Specifications

Our records do not indicate whether or not your vehicle would be
equipped with the limited slip differential. * Without technical
assistance, due to the age of the vehicle, we would not be able to
further confirm the differential type.

At this time, we would need to direct you to speak with your local Ram
dealership, as they would be more able to assist you with this question.

We apologize the response could not be of more assistance.

Thanks again for your email.

Sincerely,

Jennifer

Customer Service Representative
Ram Customer Assistance Center

 

If it doesn't say it on the sheet, you don't have it. If the diff hasn't been tampered with too badly there will be a little metal tab on it that indicates an LSD.

 

Says it right here, "***DRBP Corporate 9.25 LD Rear Axle" . No LSD for sure.

 

^Unless the diff was swapped from another truck for whatever reason. lol

 

Ok, but now you are stretching it . And if it was swapped, the odds a tag is on it are pretty slim.

 

The best way, but not necessarily the cheapest, would be to install an aftermarket LSD. DO NOT weld up your spider gears if this is a street truck. You can look around at JY's for another 9.25 w/LSD and make decision. If you go with a new diff. probably the most common are Detroit, Yukon or Auburn.

 

Tag is gone, just lifted the back end and spun the tires. One spins one direction the other one spins the opposite direction, when I turn the drive shaft both tires spin the same and when I hold the drivers side tire the passengers side tire keeps spinning and when I hold the passengers side tire the drivers side keeps spinning.

 

Yeah, but it's possible. I know around here some folks will just swap the entire axle if theirs has a major issue that needs to be fixed.
That's an open diff.