Chrysler 8.25 Rear...good upgrade?
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Chrysler 8.25 Rear...good upgrade?
I'm thinking of replacing my stock rear axle to a Chrysler 8.25. Is this a good idea to take care of before or after I get a lift? Here is the link to the one I thought of buying. http://greenville.craigslist.org/pts/2119820473.html
I know absolutely NOTHING about axles, transfer cases, gear ratios...etc. Any knowledge you guys could teach me would be nice.
I have a 1998 XJ Sport with Dana 30 in the front and Dana 35c in the back.
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I know absolutely NOTHING about axles, transfer cases, gear ratios...etc. Any knowledge you guys could teach me would be nice.
I have a 1998 XJ Sport with Dana 30 in the front and Dana 35c in the back.
Thanks!
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See if the seller will at least let you pull the cover. Look for metal, broken or galled parts.
ETA: Grab the driveshaft too, I'm not sure if the yokes are the same.
ETA: Grab the driveshaft too, I'm not sure if the yokes are the same.
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Good upgrade, but if it's got a different gear ratio than the axle in your Jeep currently you're going to need to switch gears in one or other other so that they match..
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I probably wont be able to set up a meeting with the owner until well after christmas due to work and such...but then again I could just get a C8.25 out of a junker lot if its sold.
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