i did do some searching but need to advise here.
i have the dreaded dodge rear end whine/howl. i found a guy to do it for $250 to completely rebuild the rear end!!! oh hell yea, sweeeeet deal.
but i want to make 100% sure i have the right parts for this.
he and i agree since its being taken apart replace ALL bearings and such.
2000 dodge ram 1500 4X4 9.25 rear end
i found this kit from jegs. its a complete kit. good price.
JEGS
any other suggestions on place to order? i want to be 100%sure i order the right parts. or does NAPA have the complete kit? i have delt with NAPA years ago for my '78 ramcharger i use to blow rear axle bearings every weekend. (muddin)
thank you all for the help

 

That's a complete kit, everything you need, but, doesn't say what brand bearings..... You want Timkins, or National.

 

i see what your saying, a little search and its made by richmond. summit racing also sells this kit. so i am thinking if jegs and summit racing sells this that richmond is a good product.

edit: or is richmond just the seller of these bearings. made by someone else?

 

Richmond Kits use only TIMKEN Bearings

just found that info on their website on a PDF file.

oh yea!!!

 

Excellent. That does indeed mean it is a good kit.

 

If it has a lsd in it I would install new clutch packs and clutch disc retainers, possible side and spider gear change and thrust washers (lsd or not).

Edit; Might as well change the outer axle bearings and seals at this time.

 

i am going to go with the mega kit. it has

Mega Kit (For a total rear rebuild)
Pinion shims, seal, bearings, nut, and washer
Crush sleeve
Cover gasket
Ring gear bolts and washers
Axle bearings and seals
Thread locker
Gasket sealer
Marking compound and application brush

 

Looks like a plan! (and you know we gotta see photos or it didn't happen!)

 

thanks for the help