welding my spider gears???? GOOD OR BAD IDEA

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Dec 29, 2008 | 04:57 PM

#16

offroadnut36

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From: Hollidaysburg, PA

Year: 1990

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0 lt. 242 cu.in.

I know a guy that wheel s with 37s and he has a D35.

Dec 29, 2008 | 04:57 PM

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wicked_xj

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should gusset it
if u don't get yukon shaft you will break the 35s but who knows you only have 31s
i say go for it heres some motivation

Dec 29, 2008 | 05:44 PM

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nick_n_ii

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From: Kalkaska, Michigan

Year: 2001

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0L

Quote:

Originally Posted by diskman

I suggest you make it look like this outstanding example!

Nothing like spending a TON on rods and shielding gas!

Most that do that (if there smart) have some solid rod inside of the spiders to help hold all in place before they start the weld..

Dec 29, 2008 | 05:46 PM

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nick_n_ii

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From: Kalkaska, Michigan

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Ok if we're going to debate the Dana 35 in any fasion start another thread on it.

This post is a very good question with a chance at lots of good info on welding axles..

So move the D35 debate's into there own thread.....

Dec 29, 2008 | 05:55 PM

#20

diskman

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From: Sioux Falls, SD

Year: 1999

Model: Cherokee(XJ)

Engine: 4.0L

Quote:

Originally Posted by nick_n_ii

Most that do that (if there smart) have some solid rod inside of the spiders to help hold all in place before they start the weld..

I would fill it with some old chain links THEN weld it up.

Dec 29, 2008 | 07:22 PM

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BuckB91XJ

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From: Oak Harbor, WA.

Year: 1987

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0 liter RENIX I-6, DIY Cold Air Intake, 2.5 FM Exhaust, 3 Core Radiator

What a mess!!!!!

Dec 29, 2008 | 07:28 PM

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BowtieGuy3

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From: South Side Chicago

Year: 1992, 2- 1998 (All 3, 4 Doors)

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Engine: 4.0L in all

http://denver.craigslist.org/pts/943531432.html
Check that out...

Dec 29, 2008 | 07:39 PM

#23

whowey

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From: Northern Illinois

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Engine: 4.0

Quote:

Originally Posted by diskman

I suggest you make it look like this outstanding example!

Nothing like spending a TON on rods and shielding gas!

GAWD.... I am freakin in tears with laughter over that mess.....

Dec 29, 2008 | 07:41 PM

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BowtieGuy3

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Year: 1992, 2- 1998 (All 3, 4 Doors)

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Quote:

Originally Posted by diskman

I suggest you make it look like this outstanding example!

Nothing like spending a TON on rods and shielding gas!

Did that pig come from Chernobyl?

Dec 29, 2008 | 07:43 PM

#25

mike37

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From: Paso Robles Ca

Year: 1991

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0

this would be a better example

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Dec 29, 2008 | 07:56 PM

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Howler_GT

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From: Schnecksville, PA

Year: 94 XJ

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Engine: 4.0L

That looks alot better. AND they removed the ring gear. Judging from all the debis and weld splatter on the other one, they left the ring gear on.

IMHO

Dec 29, 2008 | 07:59 PM

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BuckB91XJ

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Year: 1987

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Engine: 4.0 liter RENIX I-6, DIY Cold Air Intake, 2.5 FM Exhaust, 3 Core Radiator

Pay very close attention to all of the blue areas. One of those areas will be where it breaks.

Dec 29, 2008 | 08:46 PM

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richxj89

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Year: 1989

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Engine: 4.0L renix

i say do its not a bad idea. if its on a trail rig its a great idea. why spend 250 bucks on a locker when you can just bring out the welder and do it for free. when it breaks then buy a new carrier and re gear.