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Old Oct 2, 2011 | 11:49 AM
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I was wondering what years the Cherokee 8 amended with lad and if I got one from pick a part is it hard to put in.
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Old Oct 2, 2011 | 11:59 AM
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That is the Chrysler 8.25 rear axle, but I'm not sure what your question is.
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Old Oct 2, 2011 | 01:04 PM
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Think he is asking if it's a lsd, not lad, and no, it's not a lsd.....standard open diff.

It would be much easier to install a auto locking "lunchbox" style diff. No messy with ring/pinion gears, bearings, setting backlash, etc.

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Old Oct 2, 2011 | 03:02 PM
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Yes that is what I was asking and what is a lunchbox system
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Old Oct 2, 2011 | 03:24 PM
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It's a traction enhancing type of differential that replaces the 4 small spider gears and installs easily in 2-3 hours with common tools. Most of the 2-3 hours is spent removing/installing the diff cover, cleaning gasket material and refilling the diff with gear oil.

http://www.google.com/#hl=en&cp=12&g...c58f105e12c753
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Old Oct 2, 2011 | 03:56 PM
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Thanks man how much do those run the websight u put on here only took me to google
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Old Oct 2, 2011 | 04:07 PM
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like $400-600 dependin on what company u go with
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Old Oct 2, 2011 | 04:08 PM
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That's why I posted Google. There are multiple brands available with prices from +/-$250 to $500. Some have different features, etc. Google "traction enhanced diffs" and read up. Somebody will always say one's better than another but u can learn a lot from reading, then make your own educated decision as what's best for your situation vs others opinions of what best.
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Old Oct 2, 2011 | 06:57 PM
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Ok thanks
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Old Oct 2, 2011 | 08:46 PM
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Here's a video that does a decent job of explaining the 3 basic types of diffs.....open, limited slip and locking, the latter two being traction enhanced diffs. Forget the fact that it says Eaton G80 in the video, that's just one brand/model of many brands/models. There's all kinds of limited slip and locking diffs.

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