PML Chrysler 9.25 12 Bolt Differential Cover

Description

Volume: 0.7 quarts over stock

Dimensions: Click here for dimensions.

Number of Bolts: 12

PML designed this rear different cover for Ram 1500, Dakota, and Durango, with additional capacity and fins for dissipating heat from the fluid.

On trucks with sway and pan hard bars, this design maintains clearance to those OEM parts.

Benefits:

Drain hole and magnetic drain plug included for easy servicing
Extra capacity
Fins for heat dissipation
Clears stock pan hard and sway bars in most configurations
Custom fin design
Strong sand cast aluminum construction
Machined gasket flange for a secure seal

Applications

This cover fits the Chrysler/Dodge 9.25 inch ring gear differential, frequently found on the rear of the following vehicles:

Ram 1500, 1994 to present
- 2009 and up should check clearance with sway and pan hard bars as it is a tight fit but has been installed
- SRT models usually need a Dana 60 10 bolt differential cover
- Mega Cab models usually need 10.5 inch ring gear 14 bolt differential cover
Dakota, 1998-2003, 5.9 engine
Dakota, 2000 & newer, 4.7 engine
May need PML Chrysler 8.25 10 bolt cover
Durango, 1998-2003
May need PML Chrysler 8.25 10 bolt cover
Ram Vans
May need PML Chrysler 8.25 10 bolt cover

Always check your vehicle to verify differential and clearance. Configurations vary. Counting the bolts on the stock cover can help identify the differential. PML cannot guarantee fitment.

Aftermarket parts, such as sway bars, change the available clearance for a larger differential cover. Check measurements.

Common gear ratios for the Dodge 9.25 rear axle are 3.21, 3.55 and 3.92.

Installations

Our customers have installed this PML differential cover on many Ram 1500 trucks as well as Dodge Durangos and Dakotas.

2006 Dakota

2021 Ram Rebel
2020 Ram 1500
2014 Ram 1500
2013 Ram 1500
2012 Ram 1500
2011 Ram 1500 (PML front and rear covers)
2009 Ram 1500 (PML front and rear cover and transmission pan)
2008 Ram 1500
2003 Ram 1500
1998 Ram 1500
1997 Ram 1500

2006 Dakota

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This picture is from Paul who installed this PML differential cover and a PML stock capacity RFE transmission pan on his 2006 Dakota, 4x4, 4.7L (PML part number 11078). Thanks to Paul for sending us pictures. See more pictures on our facebook page. You do not have to join facebook to view.

2021 Ram Rebel

Michael installed this PML differential cover on his 2021 Ram 1500 Rebel 5.7L.

2021 Ram Rebel PML cover
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2020 Ram 1500

Britt installed this PML differential cover on his 2020 Ram Rebel. After powder coating the cover a custom red, he installed the PML cover with the stock sway bar. It fit with about 1/8" clearance. For his RMI sway bar, Britt made and installed spacers to make enough space for the larger PML cover.

Watch Britt's video of his installation: https://youtu.be/pzdVy_iaN9M

PML Chrysler 9 1/2 Differential Cover and 2020 Ram Rebel 1500 Stock cover Stock bolts Supplies for installation
PML cover installed on 2020 Ram Rebel Spacer needed for RMI sway bar RMI sway bar and PML differential cover both installed on 2020 Ram Rebel 2020 Ram Rebel 1500
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2014 Ram 1500 Eco Diesel 4x4

PML cover for the Corporate 9 ¼ 12 bolt rear differential installed on a 2014 Ram 1500 Eco Diesel 4x4. Installed by MBRP. In the pictures the truck is suspended and there is still some clearance. When the truck is sitting on its suspension there will be a little more room.

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2013 Ram 1500 5.7 Hemi

The as-cast finish PML cover was custom painted red to match the truck. Then the ends of the cooling were exposed for a better look.

The pictures of the cover installed show the placement of the pan hard and sway bars and the clearance to the PML cover.

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2012 Ram 1500

Dodge began adding a pan hard bar and a sway bar behind the stock cover around the 2009 model year for Ram 1500 trucks. We have heard that it is a close fit with the bars.

Images courtesy of www.ramforumz.com. According to the posting, the axle fore and aft movement is controlled by the upper and lower control arms, so the 3/8 inch clearance is not a problem. You might need an account to read the post.

These images show the PML cover installed on a 2012 Ram 1500 with the sway and pan hard bars.
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2011 Ram 1500

Karl installed PML front and rear differential covers on his 2011 Ram 1500 4.7 4x4. He had to lower the sway bar to change covers. He is quite happy with the result.

2011 Ram 1500 4.7 4x4 PML front differential cover installed OEM rear differential cover getting ready to clean flange PML rear differential cover installed
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2009 Dodge Ram 1500

Chris installed this PML rear differential cover on his 2009 Dodge Ram 1500. He uses PML covers on his other car as well and is very happy with these products. On this truck he also installed Chrysler/Dodge PML front differential cover P/N 11046 and Chrysler/Dodge PML transmission pan P/N 11079

2009 Dodge Ram 1500 PML rear cover PML front cover PML Transmission Pan
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2008 Ram 1500

William purchased and installed a PML differential cover and transmission pan for his 2008 Ram 1500 Hemi.

2008 Ram 1500 Hemi engine truck 2008 Ram 1500 stock rear differential cover PML differential cover installed on a 2008 Ram 1500 Hemi
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2003 Ram 1500

This installation is on a 2003 Ram 1500 4x4 with the 5.7 Hemi. The owner wanted a custom look so he purchase the as-cast finish and took the PML cover to a powder coater in his area. He selected a texture red powder coat and brushed the powder coating off the top of the fins so they stand out.

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1998 Ram 1500

Boost Power in Newbury Park, CA, installed this PML cover on a 1998 Ram 1500.

1998 Ram 1500 differential PML cover installed on 1998 Ram 1500
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1997 Ram 1500

Robby installed this PML cover on his 1997 Ram 1500.

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Specifications

Included with Cover

This PML rear axle cover has drain, level check, and fill holes for easy maintenance. Just below the fill plug, is the level check hole. You fill until the fluid comes out of that hole. Plugs are provided for all three holes. The drain plug is magnetic.

PML includes new hardware with the cover.

Optional Temperature Sending Unit Machining

The cover has a location on face that can be machined for a temperature sensor. The temperature sending unit will stick out perpendicular to the face of the cover.

There is a machining charge for PML to drill and tap the hole.

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Sway and Pan Hard Bars

This PML cover has been installed on many newer model year trucks although there is not much space. Dropping the sway bar during installation is helpful.

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This image shows the stock cover on a 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 4X4 with the ZF differential. Dodge added pan hard and sway bars behind the differential cover on Ram trucks for 2009 models.

Sport models have different suspension. This could change clearance.

Configurations vary so check your vehicle before ordering.

See Installations section for examples.

PML Differential Cover Compared to Stock

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