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Old Apr 6, 2014 | 03:30 PM
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Need some advice I changed rear diff fluid on my 98 ram 4x4 its a 9.25 and I found part of
The steel from the clutch pack there was some noise but no change after fluid change I used 80w90 blend and 7oz. Of modifier I'm thinking of auburn diff swap can I use the same ring and pinion gears just put new carrier in any help and thoughts would be most helpful thanks for your help in advance
 
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Old Apr 6, 2014 | 03:31 PM
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Yep. Just leave the pinion in place, as it is already in the correct spot. Should be pretty straightforward.
 
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Old Apr 6, 2014 | 03:51 PM
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Thanks heyyou is this swap as easy as you sound like it is. I'm thinking this is the best upgrade for the money and long life of the diff would u agree
 
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Just make sure backlash is correct. Grab the manual, and read up on the job. Swapping to something better than stock is always a good plan.
 
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