Which axle do i have
10-21-2012, 10:37 AM
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Which axle do i have
Hey everyone. First post here. I have ZJ with the i6, np 231 tc, 42re tranny, d35 w/3.55 for now. How do I find out if its the d35-c or not. I hear conflictin opinions on what the "c" stands for. I've heard mostly it just means custom for Chrysler. Is one stronger than the other and can they both be regeared. One more question, the build sheet saws lock up torque converter. What does that mean?.
10-21-2012, 05:07 PM
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you have the D35C, the C does not stand for chrysler, it stands for c-clip, meaning there are c clips that hold the axle shafts inside the pumpkin. all ZJ's came with the 35C, 96-98 V8 ZJ's came with the Dana 44A
10-21-2012, 05:40 PM
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Incorrect. The c does not stand for C-Clip. I means that the axles were shipped incomplete from Dana to Chrysler at which point the final assembly was completed.
10-21-2012, 06:44 PM
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Originally Posted by dnuccio
you have the D35C, the C does not stand for chrysler, it stands for c-clip, meaning there are c clips that hold the axle shafts inside the pumpkin. all ZJ's came with the 35C, 96-98 V8 ZJ's came with the Dana 44A
10-21-2012, 06:47 PM
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Originally Posted by SeriousOffroad
Here ya go. (Clicky)
10-22-2012, 03:31 AM
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Originally Posted by mudnrox
Yup did that, that's how I already knew there were two conflicting answers. Just trying to get opinions here. Isn't that what a forum is for? DA
10-22-2012, 05:40 AM
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The Dana 44a is an aluminum case diff used with the V-8s. I also believe it uses a different size drive yoke. My 97 ZJ 4.0 had the tow package with 3.73 gearing. It was a D35 also. Usually, what limits the ratios available is case size.
A lock-up converter has a clutch in it that locks the transmission shaft directly to the crankshaft, eliminating all slippage in the converter, above certain road speeds. It unlocks on deceleration below certain speeds so the engine doesn't stall when you stop.
All Dana 35s have C-clips.
A lock-up converter has a clutch in it that locks the transmission shaft directly to the crankshaft, eliminating all slippage in the converter, above certain road speeds. It unlocks on deceleration below certain speeds so the engine doesn't stall when you stop.
All Dana 35s have C-clips.
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10-22-2012, 11:58 AM
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Originally Posted by jeepsurfer1
Well, why not open the diff? Could use new fluid anyway lol
10-22-2012, 12:01 PM
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Originally Posted by dave1123
The Dana 44a is an aluminum case diff used with the V-8s. I also believe it uses a different size drive yoke. My 97 ZJ 4.0 had the tow package with 3.73 gearing. It was a D35 also. Usually, what limits the ratios available is case size.
A lock-up converter has a clutch in it that locks the transmission shaft directly to the crankshaft, eliminating all slippage in the converter, above certain road speeds. It unlocks on deceleration below certain speeds so the engine doesn't stall when you stop.
All Dana 35s have C-clips.
A lock-up converter has a clutch in it that locks the transmission shaft directly to the crankshaft, eliminating all slippage in the converter, above certain road speeds. It unlocks on deceleration below certain speeds so the engine doesn't stall when you stop.
All Dana 35s have C-clips.
10-22-2012, 01:23 PM
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Originally Posted by mudnrox
I'm not for sure how that would answer my question. I'm a contractor not a mechanic so I'm trying to get some knowledge about this rear end from those with experience. It has fresh lube in both diffs.
10-22-2012, 03:23 PM
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