Ram 1500 rearend making noise on sharp turns?

MJB47

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2003 DODGE RAM
120,000 MILES

I bought a ram 1500 w/limited slip rear-end, I've noticed a squeaking sound coming from the rear-end when making sharp turns and when one tire spins at low speed in the snow. Also the truck seams to not like going backwards. Seems to struggle and need a little extra power to go. Haven't opened it yet at all. What should I look for?

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CARADIODOC

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Sounds like someone changed the gear lube and didn't add a bottle of clutch plate additive. You can get that from the Chrysler dealer's parts department.

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Saturday, September 3rd, 2011 AT 4:58 PM

MJB47

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Thank you very much, you were right on. Upon removing the cover, there was no gasket, only silicon. If they can't buy a $4 gasket, why would they buy $6 treatment. Works perfect now.

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Sunday, September 4th, 2011 AT 8:18 PM

CARADIODOC

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Using just gasket sealer is standard procedure. They come from the factory that way. That sealer works better than cork gaskets which can be cut and / or seep. The only thing you have to watch is Chrysler has black and gray sealers. The black stays more rubbery but it will not bond and seal if there is any hint of oil on the sealing surfaces. The gray stuff gets a little harder and is more difficult to clean off, but it will seal if you overlook some oil residue. You can even use those sealers with a cork or fiber gasket. I put a little on both sides to insure any small sanding scratches are filled and it makes peeling the gasket off next time easier.

Happy to hear it's solved.

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Monday, September 5th, 2011 AT 7:45 AM