Hi everyone,
I have noticed on the rear ends of our X-Types that there is no drain hole. While most threads have said you can drain it from the "fill hole", I find this difficult and annoying. I want to drill, tap, and put in a drain plug on the rear end, (following this article, Installing A Drain-Plug In The Differential Housing - Mopar Muscle Magazine)

Now, time for my questions; does anyone know what side the ring gear is on? On pretty much every "American" truck the ring gear can be avoided by drilling a hole in the housing on the passenger side, but is it the same with our X-Types?

Should I drill the hold in the housing, or the cover? What would you guys do??

I really appreciate the advice and expertise of everyone on here and look forward to your replies...

Jim

 

Also, does anyone know how to remove the cover on the rear end??

 

I will be removing a rear this week.(if time permits) I will check it out