Dodge Ram 1500 3rd Gen Axle Replacement DIY Tutorial *Subscriber Repair*

[@allcurrents]

BEST REAR END ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT VIDEO ON THE INTERNET.. THANK YOU!! KEN IN BAY AREA CALIFORNIA.

[@BradleysGarage]

Thanks for the kind words Ken, glad you enjoyed the video. Good luck on your Ram project. Cheers!

[@derrick3570]

By far the best video on KZbin for this particular job. Thank you!

[@BradleysGarage]

Thanks for the kind words Derrick, glad you enjoyed the video. Cheers!

[@acappellahymns]

Incredible video! Thanks!

[@BradleysGarage]

Glad you enjoyed the video, appreciate the feedback. Cheers!

[@edfarrow8218]

Very well done ,with no distractions !

[@BradleysGarage]

Thanks for the feedback Ed, glad you enjoyed the video. Appreciate you hanging out, Cheers!

[@armandobaez8669]

Great job buddy 💪

[@BradleysGarage]

Thanks for the kind words, glad you enjoyed the video. Stay tuned for an upcoming video where we swap out the Hemi in this truck. Cheers!

[@Diese1505]

Dam his ass wasn't even that excited or very thankful. That shit expensive..can run 4000 to 2000 dollars Installed ..your great guy thanx for what you do. Blessings to u always😎👍

[@BradleysGarage]

Thanks for the comments Vigil. Anthony is a cool dude, I just think he wasn't expecting all the cameras and filming process. He is very appreciative of what we were able to do for him. I actually spoke with him a few weeks ago and his RAM truck is still kicking butt. Thanks again for hanging out, Cheers!

[@956mike2]

Great video new subscriber 💪🏼

[@BradleysGarage]

Thanks for the kind words Mike, glad you enjoyed the video. Good luck on your Dodge project. Cheers!

[@mr.drones]

Thanks this video was super helpful

[@BradleysGarage]

Appreciate the feedback Darious, glad the video helped you out. Cheers!

[@billymurrell1422]

@@BradleysGarage up ô8v4

[@JohnnyBrockington-r8o]

Thanks for the help I need to change my rear end

[@BradleysGarage]

Thanks for the comments, glad you enjoyed the video. Good luck on your Dodge Ram project. Cheers!

[@RandyMay-wq6wb]

What's the difference between a two-wheel drive differential and a four-wheel drive differential does it matter about the yolks

[@BradleysGarage]

Thanks for the questions Randy, there is only a small difference between the rear axles for 2WD vs 4WD. The 4WD rear axle will have bump stops whereas the 2WD axle will not have them. So you can fit the 4WD on either but the 2WD axle will not work on the 4WD. The driveshaft is specific to your bed length/frame, so that changes but you won't need to do anything when just swapping rear axles. Good luck on your Ram project. Cheers!

[@richardbates2367]

Honestly I am thankful my rear end in my 2000 ram 1500 is good since it is a factory towing pkg truck dana 44 3.55 gears although I hope they are not hard to find if and when I do need parts.

[@BradleysGarage]

Thanks for the comments Richard, we found the junkyard one pretty easily. LKQ Pick-A-Part locations here in SoCal list the VIN numbers. That way you can check on the Dodge site to see what rear end it came with from the factory. This helps not making unnecessary trips since you already know it has a posi or specific gear ratio you are looking for. VIN Lookup - fcagroup.my.site.com/RAM/s/equipment-listing Cheers!

[@philb2820]

By chance does anyone know about how much the rear axle assembly weighs? Gotta look at doing this same job solo.

[@BradleysGarage]

Hey Phil, I would estimate the complete rear axle assembly with Rotors and Calipers to be around 250-275 lbs. Even when I had that guy at the junk yard help me lift it, we were both maxing out to get it into the cart. You can always remove some parts to make it lighter but we kept it whole just to make it easier to swap out complete. Good luck on your project, Cheers!

[@thomasjones3680]

Nice video. I think I have a pinion bearing going out. Was thinking about rebuilding lsd. May go with a used rear axle. Im in the middle of the desert with temps nearing 110°. Slow, easy and imagination. Lol

[@BradleysGarage]

Hey Thomas, I know exactly what you mean about the desert heat. We picked up that rear axle in Victorville, CA and it gets piping hot out there. Good luck with your project, glad you enjoyed the video. Cheers!

[@goatRydah]

Should have put silicone gasket inside driveshaft yoke oil will leak there it comes out on splines been there done that

[@BradleysGarage]

Thanks for the tip, appreciate the feedback. Cheers!

[@DericBerquist-f4f]

Have the same problem broken my drive shaft and transfer case replaced both new then the rear end locked up broke the drive shaft again can't find no one to help with this project got another rear end just sitting in the bed of the truck wish you were close lol

[@BradleysGarage]

Sorry to hear you are having trouble with your Ram. Any reason why the driveshaft broke the first time? Haven't heard of this being an issue so we are curious. Cheers!

[@DericBerquist-f4f]

​@@BradleysGarage The part that holds the yoke broke and is inside the case i cant move it at all i tried to take the bolt off that holds the pin to move axel to remove c clamps but jack flipped truck fell i was under it but didnt get hurt i put it back together and looking for help

[@BradleysGarage]

@@DericBerquist-f4f That's scary stuff, glad to hear you are okay. We would check the local FB groups or Dodge forums to see if there is anyone around your area that might be able to help you out. Good luck on your Dodge project, Cheers!

[@jessecampau7688]

how can you tell if the front and rear differtial match. i have a locked up rear end also and gunna have to do the same. 2009 ram 1500

[@BradleysGarage]

Thanks for the question Jesse, you can use the FCA website to view your build sheet. Then you can determine what axle ratio you currently have so you can be sure to get the same ratio. LINK - fcagroup.my.site.com/RAM/s/equipment-listing Good luck on your Dodge project, let us know how it goes. Cheers!

[@justinjimenez4095]

I have a 2013 that sounds like it’s making a roaring sound when I’m accelerating and seems to quiet down a little bit when off the gas. How similar would you say the 3rd gen ram rear end would be to the 4th gen? Awesome vid btw!

[@BradleysGarage]

Hey Justin, thanks for the question. It sounds you are experiencing the classic "whine" from a rear end that is wearing out. While we haven't done a 4th gen rear end axle swap I would imagine it is virtually the same as this video. All full size trucks have used the same kind of layout for many years now. The newer 1500 all use the same rear axles from 2011-2018 so you should be able to locate a replacement easily. Thanks again for hanging out, glad you enjoyed the video. Cheers!

[@justinjimenez4095]

@@BradleysGarage thanks for the advice! Is there a way to tell if a rear end from the junkyard is in good shape/doesn’t have the same issue?

[@BradleysGarage]

@justinjimenez4095 It is difficult to verify in the junkyard just by looking at things. You can always remove the diff cover and see how things look, any worn teeth, burnt oil smell but it's not a guarantee. What we try to do when getting parts from the junkyard is look for wrecked cars. We have had great success with engines, transmissions and differentials using this method. You figure that the truck was running and driving at the time of the accident so the mechanical parts should be solid. There's always the small chance they were driving around with an issue but we have been lucky with our junkyard trips. Good luck on your project, Cheers!

[@justinjimenez4095]

thanks! just subscribed!@@BradleysGarage

[@BradleysGarage]

@justinjimenez4095 Thanks for the support, good luck on your Dodge Ram axle. Cheers!

[@100Aces]

Pentastars are called Traction Lock

[@BradleysGarage]

Thanks for the comments, appreciate the feedback. Though we are not sure what the Pentastar V6 engines have to do with the Dodge Ram rear axle replacement? Cheers!

[@hugoalvarado6965]

should we add diff oil right away like you did or should there be a curing "drying" period

[@BradleysGarage]

Thanks for the question Hugo. The RTV typically takes 1 hour to set up and become tack free. Since you are putting it back together you will have no problem having that much time pass before adding fluid. If you want it to be fully cured, it does take 24 hours. The other option is to locate the gasket, then you will not have to wait any amount of time. Good luck on your Dodge project, Cheers!

[@hugoalvarado6965]

@@BradleysGarage hey man thankyou for the respond appreciate you being thorough. Great video. You inspired me to record my own project and post. It’s a lot of work, lol

[@johnpacheco35]

That was not a posi diff.

[@BradleysGarage]

Hey John, thanks for the comments. We checked the diff in the junkyard and if both wheels spin in the same direction then you have a posi differential. If the wheels spin opposite of each other then you have an open diff. We also confirmed via VIN that the junkyard truck came stock with a 3.55 positraction rear end. Thanks for watching, Cheers!

[@johnmaynes7142]

What’s the name of the seal that got replaced at the yoke and pinion? I’m having to swap out my rear end due to the driveshaft coming loose and the pinion busted a hole in the case. I want to get the job don’t right while I have it off already.

[@BradleysGarage]

Thanks for the question John, that is the Rear Axle Pinion Seal. If you are replacing the complete axle like we did in this video, you have easy access to it. Apologies for not including that part in our description. If you have the same 3rd Gen Ram with the 9.25" rear axle, it will use the 710481 seal. www.amazon.com/National-710481-Oil-Seal/dp/B001CA5GR4 Let us know how the Dodge project goes. Cheers!

[@johnmaynes7142]

@@BradleysGarage thanks for your reply. I am replacing the axle on my 2003 after my pinion broke loose and punched a hole in the case, gears had been howling for a year so it was about time

[@darylthompson3662]

Innthe middle of this same repair and having issues

[@BradleysGarage]

Hey Daryl, sorry to hear you are having trouble with your Ram. Let us know what issues you are having and we can try to help you out. Cheers!

[@talschuricht4847]

I need the same thing done on my wife's truck...2000 dodge ram

[@BradleysGarage]

Hey Tal, thanks for the comments. Good luck on your project, hopefully our video provides you with some inspiration. Cheers!

[@richardbates2367]

I knew that was a third Gen ram just because the rear of the frame and axle does not look the same as mine its a second gen but it is a late second gen 2000 dodge ram laramie slt quad cab long bed v8 magnum 46 RH automatic overdrive transmission 1500 gloss black with most of the white pinstripe 4x4...

[@BradleysGarage]

Thanks for the comments Richard, sounds like you got a nice truck. Cheers!

[@makeupyourmindinator]

I’ve got 3.21 gears in my 2019 ram 1500 and have been thinking about swapping into 3.92 gears. Does anyone know are there any suspension or drive shaft changes between the two?

[@BradleysGarage]

Thanks for the question about swapping in 3.92 gears. You will need the complete front diff for the swap as you cannot change the ring itself. The rear you can change the ring set if you'd like. Obviously both the front and rear have to be 3.92 gears. It is probably easier to find a wrecked truck with 3.92's and grab the front and rear diffs from it. The driveshaft/axles are the same so you only need the diffs. Good luck on your Ram project, let us know how it goes. Cheers!

[@makeupyourmindinator]

Thank you so much for the reply. It’s only 2 wheel drive so I’ve got nothing to worry about then. I will definitely scour the junk yards for a wreck

[@BradleysGarage]

@@makeupyourmindinator Yep, just grab exactly what we grabbed in the video and you are good to swap it out. Just remember to add new fluid and gasket before you put it in. Good luck on your RAM project, let us know how it goes. Cheers!

[@SWF821]

Never saw the axle removed just the rear end housing

[@BradleysGarage]

Thanks for the comments, great name BTW, Cheers!

[@TobyGunhazzard]

how much did the entire rear end cost my friend? good work

[@BradleysGarage]

Hey Sean, thanks for the question. Prices have gone up recently as they were around $150 for the complete rear axle without brakes. Now that cost has risen to $225 for a complete assembly. Glad you enjoyed the video, Cheers!

[@matthewwilson3795]

Do you happen to have anything on replacing dodge AAM 9.25 front axle?

[@BradleysGarage]

Sorry Matthew, we have only done work on the 2WD Ram trucks. Thanks for the question, we will keep our eyes out for one. Cheers!

[@matthewwilson3795]

@@BradleysGarage no worries thank you for the reply

[@saidegarrido6445]

I can't see the part number to the seal, can someone help please

[@BradleysGarage]

Hey Saide, thanks for the question. The gasket will be determined by the actual differential in your truck. We have the 9.25" 12 bolt version in the video so we used the FEL-PRO RDS55073 gasket. The OEM part number is 53007762 for the same gasket. Just double check which differential is in your truck to verify the correct gasket part. Cheers!

[@MidnightPolaris800]

you have no idea how luck you are to not have to deal with rust. those trucks and vehicles look like new compared to the swiss cheese here up in northern MN

[@BradleysGarage]

Thanks for the comments MidnightPolaris, I can only imagine how bad the corrosion is up there. Not having inclement weather definitely makes working on projects a whole lot easier. Sorry the parts look so clean in the video, we will try to find some more corroded projects in the future :-) Thanks for hanging out, Cheers!

[@udumkopf8217]

What years are 3rd generations

[@BradleysGarage]

Thanks for the question. The 3rd Gen Ram trucks are from 2002 to 2009. Good luck on your Ram project. Cheers!

[@juarzzzz]

Does anyone know if i can swap a 3rd gen axle into a second gen truck

[@BradleysGarage]

Thanks for the question, it doesn't seem like it's a straightforward swap. You will need to make some modifications to the spring perches and shock mounts in order to make it work. Here are a couple videos that might help shed some light on it. Apologies for the quality of them. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXmcmYB_rtOEsLs kzbin.info/www/bejne/i6ivmKeOfMt0fNE let us know how your Dodge Ram project goes. Cheers!

[@dishonstorrs6940]

Where are you located my rear end is thrash can use your help.

[@BradleysGarage]

Hey Dishon, sorry to hear you are having trouble with your rear diff project. Please shoot us a message over on our Instagram channel and we can try to help you get sorted. instagram.com/bradleygarage/ Cheers!

[@roybaird4068]

Oh please this is what I need to do it's Overwhelming I'm in desperate need of help biting off more than I can chew HELP PLEASE .....POMONA CALIFORNIA

[@BradleysGarage]

Hey Roy, sorry to hear you are having trouble with your rear diff project. Please shoot us a message over on our Instagram channel and we can get you sorted. instagram.com/bradleygarage/ Cheers!