MagView Cover

[RJOL]

I'd like to hear from any TDR member who has the MagView Differential Cover (with lexan window) installed on their CTD. I like the idea of a visual inspection but wonder if the lexan window discolors after long use. I also wonder how the magnets are cleaned off with an oil change. If they can't be cleaned, without removing the cover, then a removable magnet (like the ones in the Mag-Hytec) would seem to be a better option...

 

[TomGolden]

Well, I just got a set of the MagViews - one for each differential, but likely won't install them for a few months yet. Chris Sutton [csutton7] has them on each diff, and really likes them, Don't know how many miles he has on the gear oil inthem though. Send him an email or Private Message.



Tom

 

[MJawsman]

I'm curious about this cover. From what I understand, the company that made them is no longer in business. I was thinking of getting one for my front diff since (at lat check) geno's has the 70 unit available, but the 80's are gone.

Does the unit for a Dana 70 clear the front steering linkage? My truck is an 01 model. Any help on this matter would be greatly appreciated. Otherwise I guess I'll wait for one from Mag-Hytec, but I'm not holding my breath.

 

[TomGolden]

MJ,



I just ordered mine from Geno's about 3 weeks ago, online. I didn't talk to anyone at their store, so maybe I got their last ones??? I ordered the Dana80 for the rear and the Dana70 for the front. Haven't yet installed them, probably not for a while yet.



Chsit Sutton has the MagViews on both front and rear diffs, and the front clears just fine, unless you have a lift kit and therefore a different bracket for your track bar. Although Chris's truck is a 99.



Tom

 

[John]

huh?

"Dana 70 cover for the front?" When did Dodge change from the Dana 60 front differential????

 

[MJawsman]

The Dana 60 & 70 have interchangeable covers. Just an FYI!