Looking for LSD
Within the next few months I will be buying a 2003 or a 2004 club or quad Dak, 4x4, 4.7 v8, 5 spd MT. Is it possible to know if it is equipped with a LSD buy looking at the VIN?
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I found this page where you can get a build sheet from Dodge. I haven't tested it yet. https://fcacommunity.force.com/RAM/s/equipment-listing
It looks like Dodge changed their website and the old links to get a build sheet aren't working anymore. |
The only way is with a VIN decoder? Seriously?
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It's the easiest way I know of. I use it for checking out the equipment on junkyard trucks before going to the yard.
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Look in the glovebox. If the RPO sheet is there, it should say.
There should also be a tag on the rear axle, mine is by the right side leaf spring, which says the ratio and drive type. |
I love the body style of the Gen 2 and I prefer the quad cab, so my plan is to buy one that has a good body and interior, but with a bad motor and/or drive train.
I was hoping that one of the numbers in the VIN would indicate a LSD since it wasn't offered as part of any options package other than the R/T. |
Look for option code DSA on the label in the glove box. That's for the anti-spin rear diff.
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Originally Posted by akeED
(Post 3414024)
I was hoping that one of the numbers in the VIN would indicate a LSD since it wasn't offered as part of any options package other than the R/T.
The VIN format is standardized, the only part of the VIN that changes with options is the engine demarker, since that affects the emissions configuration. |
It will say in the glovebox if it has the anti spin rear or not. Personality I prefer to get one without the anti spin so I can put a drop in locker in the open differential. I have a Spartan locker in the rear of my Dakota and it works much better than any factory limited slip does.
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Originally Posted by 00t444e
(Post 3414076)
It will say in the glovebox if it has the anti spin rear or not. Personality I prefer to get one without the anti spin so I can put a drop in locker in the open differential. I have a Spartan locker in the rear of my Dakota and it works much better than any factory limited slip does.
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