I am going to change the rear end cover and replace with the correct one.I have never changed one,so can someone tell me the process.What type of fluid how many pints.Do I need a sealer on the gasget,and what size gasget do I need.I think it is a 9 3/4
Thanks Al.
That looks like a 9 3/4 rear (or Dana 60). That cover looks good already, but if you want to change it, I understand. I did one recently on a 7 1/4, but the concept should be the same.
Get ready for a smelly mess; so do not wear good clothes. If you are doing it at ground level, get a 3-4 inch low rise, wide bucket. You may even jack it up a little and support it with jack stands for added clearance. Remove most of the bolts but leave one in the bottom and two in the top.
Now just barely loosen the two bolts and then remove the bottom bolt.
WARNING: If the pan was already leaking fluid before removing the bottom bolt, be careful the gasket may come off easily and cause a larger mess. If not, continue.
Now stick a large flat head screwdriver between the housing and the cover and slowly separate then, but watch out, the fluid is nasty. This may bend the cover a little, but you are replacing it anyway.
I do not know the exact fluid that is required for the 9 3/4, but I am sure some else will respond with that. If not, get a heavy weight gearing fluid from a local auto store. If you require a special additive for a suregrip or locker, do not for get to have it also.
I do recommend a sealer on the gasket, but it depends on if you want to use a stock type sealer or just a basic type. I used Permatex on my cover, but other members may have other ideas.
I do not know the exact amount of fluid needed, but it will be several pints. Once the cover has had time to dry, pour it through the bolt in the center of the cover. Once you can feel the fluid at the bottom of the hole, you have enough in it.
I hope this helps.
