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Old Mar 12, 2012 | 11:02 PM
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Originally Posted by onlyinajeep726
The only thing that worries me is if I were to remove the t-case drop, I'd have to battle with those stupid tack-welded nuts inside the frame rail. I already broke one off when I did the t-case drop and had a hell of a time getting it to tighten down. Lucky I even did at all... I mean, if it's not going to cause issues with using in conjunction with my SYE, I'm just going to leave it. I just want to make sure it's not going to cause issues before I decide whether or not to remove it.
Oh well then, screw it - leave it on! It won't cause issues with the SYE, and at only 1/4" that's not much extra tilt for the engine and transmission, nor much more stress on the front drive shaft. I'm by no means an expert, but the only negative effect I'd predict is maybe some premature wear on the engine mounts with an increased angle over stock. But nowhere near that of like a 1" drop.
Old Mar 12, 2012 | 11:03 PM
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yes that is correct, first time doing it so i chose to replace u-joints because wasnt sure what i had would work, so if i do decide to use new axles front jeep will be in 4whl drive all the time??
Old Mar 12, 2012 | 11:04 PM
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Old Mar 12, 2012 | 11:12 PM
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Originally Posted by duchess1
yes that is correct, first time doing it so i chose to replace u-joints because wasnt sure what i had would work, so if i do decide to use new axles front jeep will be in 4whl drive all the time??
Not exactly... the front drive shaft will spin constantly, but without the transfer case engaged, it's not really in 4WD.

These pictures should help clear it up.

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Old Mar 12, 2012 | 11:58 PM
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Originally Posted by duchess1
needed to replace u-joints on both front axles, instead found 2 new axles for a little more than the u-joints, problem is they are wrong for my jeep(89 jeep cherokee sport, 2 door 5 spd) one replacement axle is long and one short, mine or both short and the one on the passenger side has alot bigger spline than the driver side, the driver side did look to match one of the replacement axles, parts store went up and down 4 yrs on vehicle and said that axle was correct, so had them bring u-joints which where also wrong, they took my old ones and matched them up, on the road again, problem is i still cannot find the correct axles, is this a common problem and if so what do i have. thanks guys
Possible you got the axle shafts from a YJ Dana 30?
Old Mar 13, 2012 | 12:33 AM
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Anyone know the specs for nut and bolt combo for frame side upper control arm? I'm in the process o trying to cut mine off (not going well) and need to know what to buy to replace.
Old Mar 13, 2012 | 04:30 AM
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I have an auto transmission in my 90 Xj and I would like to put a standard in it. Can anyone tell me what years and different models have a compatable 4x4 5 speed tranny for the 4.0 in that model. I will also need to know if there are any other kinds of vehicles that I could rob clutch pedal, master cylinder and other parts from to make it work. Thanks ya'll
Old Mar 13, 2012 | 06:01 AM
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awesome pics guys and thanks for the help, so if i want to continue to use 4wd as factory setup where can i find the correct passenger side axle, all my parts stores have the long one for the 2 axle setup, could not find correct one online either, thanks again
Old Mar 13, 2012 | 08:14 AM
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Originally Posted by duchess1
awesome pics guys and thanks for the help, so if i want to continue to use 4wd as factory setup where can i find the correct passenger side axle, all my parts stores have the long one for the 2 axle setup, could not find correct one online either, thanks again
You can look online and find them. However, I will say that if you're going to replace the axle shafts anyway, using the 2 piece setup is generally stronger when using '95+ shafts and u-joints. Those are stronger. But if you're not doing a lot of wheeling and not pushing huge tires, then you're good. But I'd try online.
Old Mar 13, 2012 | 08:21 AM
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hey guys i have a whistle that is coming from the throttle body where the intake is. at idle it gets load but when your driving it goes away. could that gasket be bad or should i just clean it up and give it a try never had this problem before so i dont know how to fix it. let me know thanks.
Old Mar 13, 2012 | 08:33 AM
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hey guys i have a whistle that is coming from the throttle body where the intake is. at idle it gets load but when your driving it goes away. could that gasket be bad or should i just clean it up and give it a try never had this problem before so i dont know how to fix it. let me know thanks.
Remove the air intake hose and spray some carb cleaner in there while it's running. Short sprays of carb cleaner otherwise the engine will shut off because of lack of air. It will bog down the engine for a second, but I've done this many times on mine and it's helped.
Old Mar 13, 2012 | 09:31 AM
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Originally Posted by darkfalcon9112
Friday This happened checked the fluid 2 weeks ago. Carrier bearing looks like it exploded. Front driver side axel locked up. as you can see carrier gear (I think that what is is called) was skipping all around on the ring gear.. Anyways main questions would the axel out of a 95 grand cherokee fit into my 91 xj. I could I clean it up and us my gear guy cant tell me if it a dana 30 but I would assume it is any help would be awesome. picture to follow
Both axle housings are D30's. That's the only one they used in front. You need to verify/check the gear ratio before using the ZJ axle in your XJ though, so it matches your rear gears.
Old Mar 13, 2012 | 10:25 AM
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Which winch suould i get? I have $400 to spend. I was considering the smittybilt x2O 8000. Sealed, submersible- but lower weight. But think it would pull fine. I have seen mixed reviews on smittybilt, have seen them on warn too. Sooooo........ Whatya think?
Old Mar 13, 2012 | 10:29 AM
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you could always be the first to try Quadratec's new winches out, and review them for us.


http://www.quadratec.com/showcases/q...adratec_winch/
Old Mar 13, 2012 | 11:49 AM
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you could always be the first to try Quadratec's new winches out, and review them for us.


http://www.quadratec.com/showcases/q...adratec_winch/
X2 lol. I want to know if they can hold their own against the competition.



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