One of the most common causes for flexplate warpage involves the wrong torque pressure and sequence on the flexplate. I feel like my flexplate is going bad in some way havnt checked fully yet, what are all of the symtoms of a bad flexplate. Nonlock years 19891993 must have goerend billet converter. We have the largest selection of dodge dakota flywheelflex plate parts at discount prices.
I know i posted my flexplate is good but just noticed a noise last night. Dodge charger flywheelflexplate advance auto parts. Any reason why and what should the cost be to repair at the dealer. Check out the deal on arp flexplate bolt kit 9402 5. If that happened like you say it did, and caused the flex plate to have to bend back to the bolt. Simply replacing the flexplate with a new one will get the engine running normally again, but its also very likely that the replacement flexplate will break somewhere down the road.
It was also leaking pretty bad from the front seal. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. The high torque of your cummins in conjunction with a betterdesigned torque converter can transfer the torque with no slip. Im now getting ready to replace it for the 3rd time. Every 8 months since then, like clock work, it has been cracking. The flexplate also has gear teeth on it which the starter engages to start the engine.
Solution a new torque converter will need to be installed, and pcm. Ive always found that if a flex plate cracks, and youve had 3 its usually because there is some sort of misalignment between the crank centerline and transmission centerline. The classic and most obvious symptom of a cracked flexplate involves the sound it makes while the engine is running. I have had a quick look through the starter motor hole and checked that the bolts that hold the torque converter to the flex plate are tight which they are. A couple of months ago my 99 4x4 dakota developed a tapping noise in the transmission which turned out to be a cracked flexplate. The biggest issues that caused cracked plates other than age are misaligned oil pans and missing pilot bushings in the crank shaft. The flexplate in an automatic is the same part as a flywheel in a manual. Youll be able to customize your profile, receive reputation points as a reward for.
This is very quiet but sometimes it sounds like there is a rock or bolt loose in there. A failed flexplate is pretty much an unlucky event under normal. Evening folks, my 300tdi auto today developed a nasty intermittant knocking, that seems to be coming from the bellhousing area. Low prices on flywheelflexplate for your dodge durango at advance auto parts. Broken center of flexplate or what some people may call a flywheel on a 99 chevy hd pickup with 4l80e automatic transmssion. My flywheel is cracked and i cant remember if you have to drop the tranny to get at it. The flexplate has cracked twice in the past 6 months. Those factors ensure that when the engine starts and the driver puts it in drive, the cracked flexplates movement will create a noise. Dodge durango flywheelflexplate advance auto parts. The very next vehicle i pulled into the shop was a 2001 chrysler town. How to fix a broken flex plate flywheel, how to find a engine knocking noise duration.
I have an 02 tacoma sr5 w the trd off road package. Diesel engine transmission torque converter flex plate. I was driving along the m4 on my way to an important appointment, doing about 60mph in drive, 2500rpm on the possibly inaccurate tachometer, tc locked it locks at 45mph with the 1. Being an auto, it will be fluid balanced by the torque convertor, so babancing it wont be an issue. As your vehicles flex plate gets older, the part can fail. Low prices on flywheelflexplate for your dodge dakota at advance auto parts. The usual culprits can range from missing or distorted dowels or even pinching a wire between the engine and transmission when bolting the two together. Driveline vibration at highway speeds jeep garage jeep forum. Power loss at high speeds, the flexplate like most engine parts endures a considerable amount of strain and stress. Register now to gain access to all of our features. A bad flex plate usually has failed due to either damage or wear and tear, so replacement with a new flex plate is the only solution.
Uncovering an uncommon flex plate issue twice in one week it. The flex plate replaces the flywheel in automatic transmission cars. Arp 1472901 flexplate bolt kit 19892004 dodge cummins diesel. In this video i talk about a noise coming between the engine and transmission. For awhile i was thinking i had a lifter tick but the car ran great except for that annoying noise it kept making it finally got so bad but the car ran great so im pretty sure the.
What are the dtc codes related to dodge durango transmission problems. If not properly diagnosed it will occur again and often damage to the transmission may follow. Fhd5910 this flexplate is engineered to withstand the punishment of hd diesel engines with high torque and high horsepower. Trouble shooter 2004 ford focus zx3 motor magazine. A cracked flex plate will usually cause a squeaky sound like a belt but shorter and sharper and changes when in gear or park. When stripped down, the plate had split around all 6 bolt holes. It sounded like a big end knock at idle, went quiet when put into drive. I have a new jasper transmission and this noise started after the install. After the repair there was still a light ticking in park and neutral. Or what about a cracked flex plate or torque converter issue. If you are talking about a flywheel for a manual transmission equipped car, the most obvious symptom of a cracked flywheel is a knock. Aside from a manufacturing defect, the only things that will cause a cracked flex plate are improper torque on the plate bolts at the.
The ticking sounded like it was coming from the flexplate because the ticking from the crank sent the sound through the metal. The torque converter is bolted to the flexplate, and so the engines rotation is delivered to the transmission through it. Search our online flex plate catalog and find the lowest priced discount auto parts on the web. Flexplate, 152tooth, internal balance for dodgechrysler transtar part number. One of the most commonly asked questions we get at modern performance is. In january 2008 the original flywheel cracked and was replaced with a napa flywheel. Sucks because it has to happen when its getting cold.
A cracked flexplate is almost always a sign of other problems. Once registered and logged in, you will be able to contribute to this site by submitting your own content or replying to existing content. Flexplate, 152tooth, internal balance for dodge transtar part number. Id be curious as to what stopped the converter from sliding forward to meet. The engineer put a triangular file on it and had no trouble marking the plate, he said it is just plain old mild steel, and welding would be no troubles. The reason for the sound involves the flexplates location and its function. Dont forget to upgrade your flexplate bolts when upgrading your flexplate. Note the counterweights along the bottom that give the magnum its unique balance. Find aftermarket and oem parts online or at a local store near you. After some googling and much reading, it looks like i have a cracked flexplate.
Flexplate, steel, lightweight, tooth, internal balance, 2. Take the time to check the following before sending the customer on. The flexplate takes the place of the flywheel on automatic transmission vehicles. Dodge caravan flex plate flywheel plate pioneer cables. What causes a flywheel to crack numerous times justanswer. How to know if a flexplate is warped it still runs.
As the horsepower and pulling weight of the truck increases, so. Overtorquing the flexplate stretches the metal, causing high and low spots. Flexplate, steel, lightweight, tooth, internal balance, 2piece seal, dodge, small block, direct drive. Cracked flexplate how can i tell the chrysler minivan fan. Similar in function to a flywheel in manual transmission engines and ca. This goerend transmission billet flex plate replaces the stamped factory piece that is prone to failure when under high power levels. Should be causing a noticable vibration idling though.
Find a quality dodge dakota flywheelflex plate and other used auto parts from the top auto salvage yards. Those factors ensure that when the engine starts and the driver puts it in. Because the flex plate is an integral part of your cars powertrain, and replacing it involves removing the transmission, a. Jumped under truck and i can hear a pretty bad noise coming from flexplate area. Bad starter drive can cause teeth or ring gear to wear rapidly. Cracked flexplate symptoms a vital part of an automobile engine equipped with automatic transmission, a flexplate consists of a piece of thick sheet metal that bolts to the crankshaft and torque converter. Descriptions of the sound include clanking, chirping and a light knocking. The dodge durango has a reputation as a highquality car or truck but even the bestbuilt cars must have servicing and repair of broken. Proposed the issue was the flex plate rather then the engine. Took flexplate to engineering shop to see about repair. When this plate cracks or breaks you can hear noises that may lead you to believe your engine is coming apart. Unfollow cummins flexplate to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. A new flexplate from tci provides a bolton upgrade over the stock component.
For trucks with upgraded power or trucks which pull very heavy loads this is the perfect addon to a high performance transmission packages. Dodge dakota forum for dodge dakota trucks with an interactive site including dodge dakota forums, pictures, links, message boards, and chat forum. It had original flexplate on it and they transferred it to the new rebuilt engine. Yesterday the flex plate on my 2000 toyota 4runner w 155k miles was replaced. Sinister diesel reserves right to modify, change or cancel any offer before, during andor after any sale or transaction. It will sound almost like an engine knock but will be heard from the area between the front of the transmission and rear of the engine. Diesel engine transmission torque converter flex plate failure. The symptom was a ticking sound under certain conditions. Ive been hearing what sounded like marbles coming from the engine bay when i put the van in reverse, or drive and not move.
Cracked flexplate question for a bodies only mopar forum. The 2000 dodge caravan has 1 problems reported for cracked flywheel. Symptoms of a cracked flexplate welcome to modern mopar forum. What causes a flex plate to crack in a dodge durango fixya. Fhd0810 this flexplate is engineered to withstand the punishment of hd diesel engines with high torque and high horsepower. I built a new engine and upgraded the cam, torque converter, and a. Compare 1999 dodge dakota flywheelflexplate brands.
Flexplate, 152tooth, internal balance for dodgechrysler. What are the likely causes of failure so maybe i wont do it again. Partsgeek offers replacements for the ram 2500, ram 1500, ram 3500, grand caravan, dakota, durango plus more. So, following on from my breakdown the car, then nearly me. In june 2008 the flywheel was cracked again, replaced with a new napa flywheel with spacers inserted. It bolts to the end of the crankshaft and attaches to the torque converter. We offer high quality new, oem, aftermarket and remanufactured dodge caravan flex plate parts. What can cause a cracked flexplate out of balance engine or torque converter. Driving around, 4th gear has a very pronounced transmission noise which i can best describe as what an engine fan hitting something, would sound like. Low prices on flywheelflexplate for your dodge charger at advance auto parts. Symptoms of a cracked flexplate general discussion.
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