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Offline DRobnsn

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Re: 1978 Dodge Powerwagon
« Reply #30 on: February 28, 2019, 10:19:26 AM »
Thanks for the replies. How do I get away from the front bearings on this particular axle? Already did a bearing and don't want to do that again. Sounds like it's a problem area with that year's dana 44.

To change to a unit bearing style vs the tapered roller you could put in a newer style axle, but I don't think you'd want to do that. Unit bearings are more expensive and are not serviceable. Not to mention the other differences you'll likely have to remedy to get the axle to work. It's possible some dana 44 unit bearing style outers will fit your older axle but you'd have to do some research to find out.   

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Re: 1978 Dodge Powerwagon
« Reply #31 on: March 03, 2019, 04:36:36 PM »
Here is the work that was done to the motor. Do you think this will add any value to the vehicle? I am also trying to figure out what tranny and transfer case is on it. Where do I find the numbers for them. I'm pretty sure the front axle is a dana 44. I found a tag on the front pumpkin that said 45-11and the warn site said it's for the dana 44. 

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Re: 1978 Dodge Powerwagon
« Reply #32 on: March 04, 2019, 01:38:19 AM »
It is a A727 tranny and a NP203 transfer case.

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Re: 1978 Dodge Powerwagon
« Reply #33 on: March 04, 2019, 11:29:37 AM »
The paperwork will definitely help with a potential buyer.

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Re: 1978 Dodge Powerwagon
« Reply #34 on: March 04, 2019, 09:15:32 PM »
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Honey I'd leave it alone ... What ever millage your gonna gain you will never get back in the cost. Changing the gear ratios will most likely be a power killer . Maybe a tire size or two ?



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Re: 1978 Dodge Powerwagon
« Reply #35 on: March 05, 2019, 09:41:04 AM »
I put some 35s on it and it helped a little. Thinking I'm gonna keep it as it is. Gotta figure out now whether to keep it or not.

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Re: 1978 Dodge Powerwagon
« Reply #36 on: March 05, 2019, 09:46:54 AM »
My stepdad had one similar to that he bought at auction, old tan government truck with same front bumper and winch setup.
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