Trac-lok Differential Rebuild

[OntarioRT]

I need to replace the clutch packs in my factory Trac-lok rear-end.

Can the clutch packs be replaced without removing the differential from the housing? I've got a factory service manual, but they only show a re-build done on the bench...no mention of doing it by removing the cover plate.

Any information and help appreciated.

Thanks, Tom

[BTLFED R/T]

Originally Posted by OntarioRT

I need to replace the clutch packs in my factory Trac-lok rear-end.

Can the clutch packs be replaced without removing the differential from the housing? I've got a factory service manual, but they only show a re-build done on the bench...no mention of doing it by removing the cover plate.

Any information and help appreciated.

Thanks, Tom

I don't know anything about your question, but I just wanted to welcome you to the site! Hope to see ya at the Nats and Woodward again!

Jason

[OntarioRT]

Thanks, Jason. Looking forward to the meet...its gonna be great!

[hskr]

Skip the stock rebuild and upgrade. I have a Powertrax and love it. It replaces the stock clutch pack and spider gears and can be done in your driveway in a few hours. No need to remove the carrier.

[OntarioRT]

Originally Posted by hskr

Skip the stock rebuild and upgrade. I have a Powertrax and love it. It replaces the stock clutch pack and spider gears and can be done in your driveway in a few hours. No need to remove the carrier.

I thought a factory rebuild would be cheaper and faster. I'll check out the
Powertrax.

Thanks, Tom

[hskr]

Factory rebuild may be cheaper, but how long before it breaks again?? I've had my powertrax in two different trucks and probably close to 100K miles with zero problems and both wheels lock every time I hit the gas pedal. Takes a little getting used to, but nothing that will make you not want to drive it. My truck is my daily driver, and i actually prefer the way it feels now over driving a truck with the stock limited slip or even worse open diff.

[Supercharged408]

Originally Posted by OntarioRT

I need to replace the clutch packs in my factory Trac-lok rear-end.

Can the clutch packs be replaced without removing the differential from the housing? I've got a factory service manual, but they only show a re-build done on the bench...no mention of doing it by removing the cover plate.

Any information and help appreciated.

Thanks, Tom

TOMMMMMYYYYY!!!

Yup, can be done in the truck no problem... gotta take out the axles a bit to do it though.

1) remove wheels
2) remove brake drums
3) remove cover (catch that nasty stinky oil in a pan)
4) rotate the axle untill you see the little bolt/pin that goes into the center of the spider gear and remove.
5) push the axles in a bit and the C-clips should come out, dont loose em.
The rest goes pretty much like it sais on the bench.

Damon

[OntarioRT]

Damon, Thanks for clarifying the procedure for me. Will check out upgrading as Brian suggested.

Tom

[cbowlin99]

I would say look into a different differential, and if you can swing the coin, go with taller gears while in there. I went whole hawg with the 4.56 and a detroit that I got from Damon. Love it. Stomping the gas is like shooting an arrow. It just jumps and goes straight.

[1BAD99RT]

Once again leave it up to me to bring back another old thread. My rear diff is acting like it needs rebuilt. I called the dodge dealer today and they told me I need to buy a whole carrier for $740. I have a hard believing that there is no rebuild kit for the diff. If there is a rebuild kit, can some one point me in the right direction to find it? The dodge dealer was less than helpful and told me there is no such thing that it is not serviceable. I call BS.