Finally broke down and sold my trusty old 95 and got a new 3500 dually, HO and stick, 3:73 rear. A lot of options I really could do without, such as moving pedals. But it's pretty nice. If it is as reliable as the 95 I'll be one happy camper. ;D Sure as hell is quiet and it will get up and run with the big boys 8). Lots of power.<br><br>Can any of you guys tell me what I should watch out for. Didin't I read here some place that the rear ends are low on fluid from the factory??<br><br>Any other problems you guys have noted that I should be on the look out for.<br><br>Thanks Gary<br><br>Anyone have any idea what kind of mileage to expect?

 

congrats gary. I've only got 147 miles on mine so far - but i've bolted a lot of goodies on allready <br><br>The only other thing I've heard of other than the rear end lube that you mention is a power steering line that is to close to something else and rubs....but I don't see any mine that will be a problem.<br><br>Enjoy the ride !

 

Congrats, Gary. I am sure you will love the ride and drive of this new truck. Quite a bit different from previous models. No probs with mine - - don't know what to tell you to watch for except the fluid level (mine was OK).

 

Anybody know what the fluid level in the rear is supposed to be?<br><br>I checked the power steering lines and they are good. However the high and low pressure AC lines in front were very close and I moved them, IE bent them, away from each other slightly. THis happened on my 95 and they chaffed through. This weekend I'll go overit with a comb.<br><br>Appreciate any feedback on rear axle lube level.<br><br>Thanks<br><br>Gary

 

This should answer your question:<br><br>American Axles <br><br>Dodge Trucks are now using American Axles for 2003 and later. Please make sure your Service Department is using the correct lubricant and adhering to the correct fill levels. <br><br>These axles do not require Friction Modifier, but do require a special synthetic lubricant. According to American Axle, this 75W-90 lubricant part number listed below is a pure synthetic lubricant and does not contain Phosphates. This is different from the 75W-I40 that is used on DANA and Corporate Axles. <br><br>Please use Mopar Part # 05102232AA on all American Axles <br><br>Caution: Overfilling these Axles may result in lubricant foaming and overheating! <br><br>Please adhere to the fill levels described in the vehicle owner's manual or levels listed below. <br><br>9.25 Front: 1/4&quot; +/- 1/4&quot; (Total of 1/2&quot; below fill hole) <br>10.5 Rear: 3/4&quot; +/- 1/4&quot; (Total of l&quot; below fill hole) <br>11.5 Rear: 1/2&quot; +/- 1/4&quot; (Total of 3/4&quot; below Fall hole) <br><br><br>Reminder <br>„h A break in period of 500 miles is required before towing! <br>„h Afterwards do not exceed 50 MPH for the first 500 miles of towing. <br>

 

Thanks guys, I appreciate this good info.<br><br>