Hello! I'm Nathan and I am new to the forum. I am looking at purchasing a Durango in the future but I have noticed that there are multiple transfer case options. Can anyone tell me what the part number or model number the case is that has the floor-mounted gear shift with 2H, 4H, N, 4LO.

You'll be wanting to find a D with "Part Time" Four Wheel Drive, I dont have any part numbers for you, but the part time system is what you are looking for not full time or all wheel drive.

Sounds good. Do you have an un-biased opinion on the strength and durability of the Durango and it's 4-wheel drive? I'm looking for something strong and reliable.

Hi Nathan:

If you want a D with a floor mounted lever, you will be looking for a 98-00 model. I own an 01 that has the dash mounted switch, and have been very pleased with it.

Are you concerned about the durability of the electronic switching equipment??

Don

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2001 Dark Garnet Pearl Durango SLT+ 4.7L
AWD w/ 3.55 gears (mine)
2005 Linen Gold Pearl DGC 3.8L (hers)

Very much so.

I do not believe in AWD because I seen some vehicles with AWD and 4 Wheel Drive Lo that often get stuck in muddy terrain. I also prefer moving mechanical parts to electronically controlled parts.

I have not used my 4 wheel drive yet, but have all intentions to. From what I've read on the system, it is a sturdy system that can handle quite a bit. There are a few limitations, like we can not go above a 33" tire without major mods. Other than that, there is a decent amount of aftermarket support, a few different types of lifts.

Dude, you answered my question perfectly. I was looking for a lift and some aftermarkets wheels and tires. But I'm assuming there aren't too many bumpers out there for us because I've been looking and I haven't found one yet, just grille guards. Oh well, I will see what I can come up with.

One last question, how many times a week do you have to fill the truck up and about how much does it cost?

it depends on how much you drive, i fill mine up weekly(about 250 miles) and put in $55-65 USD
when i was in school(im out for the summer) i would fill up weekly at about 150-175 miles for about $40-50, i get about 16 MPG around my town, which isnt too bad for these rigs, it also depends on how you drive and which engine you get

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EM:

If we leave the Gen 2 Durangos out of the equation with their available traction control, the remainder of the Durangos 4x4 system is identical with the exception of the AWD T case which has a third differential inside it to allow 4wd operation on hard surfaces.

By adding a locking rear andfront differential, you can improve the systems capability to be true 4x4. By addingonly arear locker, you can obtain 3 wheel drive.

My experience here has been that more folks seem to have issues with their manual T cases as opposed to the electronic ones like mine. Could also be though that the folks with the manual units are more likely to be off road on a consistent basis which does not describe my situation.

Don

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2001 Dark Garnet Pearl Durango SLT+ 4.7L
AWD w/ 3.55 gears (mine)
2005 Linen Gold Pearl DGC 3.8L (hers)

What years are front lockers available? I was under the impression that they were not available, atleast not for my 99 rig, if this is incorrect, where do I find them?