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HG97TJ wrote:
>
> Well after selling my YJ back in 2001 I've been trying to figure a way
> to get back into a Jeep ever since. I finally did it a few weeks ago
> without selling my wife, her car or the two kids and landed a 97 TJ
> sport from a dealer. Upon taking the Jeep to my local mechanic for PA
> inspections (purchase was in NJ) he noticed a noise coming from the
> rear diff and after taking it apart realized the bearings and one axle
> shaft were pitted and worn and would need to be replaced. Obviously
> not something I heard during the test drive or ride home. I was not
> that concerned as the dealer included a Powertrain warranty in the deal
> which included coverage on "all lubricated parts in the differential".
>
> So I call the warranty company with a description on the problem and
> they send an adjuster to look at the rear. After taking pictures and
> writing the report they confirm what the mechanic found that the pinion
> bearings and axle shaft would need to be replaced and this type of
> repair is typically covered. (estimated between $800-$1000 by my
> mechanic) However the claims adjuster states that this was a
> pre-existing condition at the time of sale and there is nothing they
> can do for me. So now I figure I'm screwed. After settling down I can
> see the warranty company's point. They probably see cases like this a
> lot.
>
> Next step, the dealer. Much to my surprise I call the dealer and
> explain the situation and they say bring it in we'll take care of it!
> Not only that, they offered to come tow it from my mechanic to their
> shop (50 miles). Too good to be true? We'll see, but I am going to
> give them a shot at repairing it as there will be no money out pocket,
> yet and they seem to be willing to make good on this deal. There's no
> doubt there's some risk involved buying used and I've learned some
> lessons for the next time. I have to believe the dealer was aware of
> the rear diff issue and was pushing the burden to the warranty company
> to save a buck.
>
> Hopefully in a week or so I'll be happily driving the TJ around waving
> to the rest of you again...(hopefully no poorer than I already am) !!!
>
> Hope to be Jeepin soon!!!