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Old Mar 16, 2011 | 06:39 PM
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so why don't they just make a new box with gears that are available then? you would think if this was a reacurring problem everywhere that some kind of suit would have followed or something?!
 
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Old Mar 16, 2011 | 06:42 PM
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Originally Posted by cooper69
so why don't they just make a new box with gears that are available then? you would think if this was a reacurring problem everywhere that some kind of suit would have followed or something?!
They do make a new and improved box, I gave you the link already...
 
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Old Mar 16, 2011 | 06:57 PM
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i seen the link thanks! but i just can't afford that right now . so do u think trying to find a low mileage box from a salvage yard would be better than a reman?
 
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Old Mar 16, 2011 | 07:00 PM
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No, because at least the reman will have new seals
 
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Old Mar 16, 2011 | 07:03 PM
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what if i put new seals in the salvage one?
 
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Old Mar 16, 2011 | 07:12 PM
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You might as well buy a reman then.


But anyway, save your money and do it right the first time! You'll be much happier with your steering in the end. Plus you wont have a collection of crappy Dodge steering gears in your garage.
 
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Old Mar 16, 2011 | 07:26 PM
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so how long do you think the one i have will last? there is no clunking or any noise just play in the wheel. it would take me awhile to save that much.
 
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Old Mar 16, 2011 | 07:34 PM
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Originally Posted by cooper69
so how long do you think the one i have will last? there is no clunking or any noise just play in the wheel. it would take me awhile to save that much.
Forever is my best guess. It'll just be very loose.
 
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Old Mar 16, 2011 | 07:44 PM
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is there bushings or anything that might be wore out that need to be replaced? i ask cuz maybe it's that and not the box since the only sympton is loose wheel.
 
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Old Mar 16, 2011 | 07:55 PM
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The bushings are no longer available , even from the dealer. You can get seal kits and do it yourself if you are so inclined. http://www.pavementsucks.com/tech-article-34.html
 
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