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I am looking to convert my open diff to a limited slip. There are a few limited slip options made for the Chrysler 9.25" axle and I don't know if these will work for my truck (2009 Dak with the 9.25 diff).

Anyone else done this? What all needs to be changed if I use the OEM no-slip diff?
 
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Originally Posted by Q-TIP
I am looking to convert my open diff to a limited slip. There are a few limited slip options made for the Chrysler 9.25" axle and I don't know if these will work for my truck (2009 Dak with the 9.25 diff).

Anyone else done this? What all needs to be changed if I use the OEM no-slip diff?
not sure but i think the whole 3rd member needs to be replaced.
 
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Originally Posted by Q-TIP
Anyone else done this? What all needs to be changed if I use the OEM no-slip diff?
And LSD that is made for a Chrysler 9.25 rear with 31 spline will work. I would go with the Auburn LSD over the stock OEM as the stock LSD has a tendency to grenade the "C" clip. If you search you will find dozens of threads on it. Both Ericemery and I have broke our "C" clips in our stock LSDs.
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Will I need to change my ring and pinion gears if I go with the Auburn?
 
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Originally Posted by Q-TIP
Will I need to change my ring and pinion gears if I go with the Auburn?
Not unless you want a different gear ratio. Whatever gears you have now will work fine as long as the LSD is a 9.25 with 31 spline.
 
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damn do i have to worry about that^?
 
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damn do i have to worry about that^?
If you have the stock Mopar LSD aka "Trak-Lok" then yes, the "C" clips are notorious for grenading. If you search you will find tons of threads on it.
 
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what is the difficulty level of installing one of these by yourself?
 


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