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Old May 26, 2015 | 11:45 PM
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I drained the rear differential and replaced the cover, installed a new valve cover gasket and did the flute mod from Cruiser's list.
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Old May 26, 2015 | 11:54 PM
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Originally Posted by cruiser54
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im sorry, i clicked it and it was blank for me
this is the same thing, i need more switch locations but it says for tj
http://www.jeep4x4center.com/rugged-...FVKVfgodtZwANQ
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Old May 26, 2015 | 11:59 PM
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Originally Posted by nolanbalzarini
im sorry, i clicked it and it was blank for me
this is the same thing, i need more switch locations but it says for tj
http://www.jeep4x4center.com/rugged-...FVKVfgodtZwANQ
Same as a 97+ XJ, I've been told.
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Old May 27, 2015 | 12:03 AM
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Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
Same as a 97+ XJ, I've been told.
well i have a 98 so you say its drop in.
it looks like the same part.
if she dont fit the blood is on your hands lol!
thanks for your help
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Old May 27, 2015 | 12:04 AM
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Originally Posted by nolanbalzarini
well i have a 98 so you say its drop in.
it looks like the same part.
if she dont fit the blood is on your hands lol!
thanks for your help
Try the questions and answers on this page:
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Old May 27, 2015 | 12:06 AM
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"Q: would this fit a 99 jeep xj?

A: Yes, I installed this in my 99 XJ........"
well, there is my answer.
got it ordered, i'll let you guys know how it works out

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Old May 27, 2015 | 12:13 AM
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Originally Posted by nolanbalzarini
"Q: would this fit a 99 jeep xj?

A: Yes, I installed this in my 99 XJ........"
well, there is my answer.


Be sure to post up pics when you're done
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Old May 27, 2015 | 01:05 AM
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Swapped in my rear D44. Gonna be 2wd until I can get the front swapped in, but at least I can drive it, and I'm not gonna wheel while breaking in the ring and pinion anyway.
Also pulled the cover off my old 8.25 before throwing it in the scrap pile to investigate the carnage of a blown up welded diff...
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Old May 27, 2015 | 05:43 PM
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Originally Posted by cleenrob
drove it home. lol
before and after flex pictures?
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Old May 27, 2015 | 06:46 PM
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Originally Posted by FruitSnacks
before and after flex pictures?
havent flexed her out yet. in due time. lol
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Old May 27, 2015 | 08:06 PM
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Originally Posted by cleenrob
havent flexed her out yet. in due time. lol
oookkkkk
i can wait lol
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Old May 27, 2015 | 08:10 PM
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Drove around. I really love my new axle combo on the 5 speed. D30/D44 3.55 gearing on 31" tires behind the AX-15. The jeep feel like it got more power to it and the mpgs's increased.



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Old May 27, 2015 | 08:30 PM
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Originally Posted by XJwonders
Drove around. I really love my new axle combo on the 5 speed. D30/D44 3.55 gearing on 31" tires behind the AX-15. The jeep feel like it got more power to it and the mpgs's increased.



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Old May 27, 2015 | 08:36 PM
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Originally Posted by salad
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haters r gonna make me shine
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Old May 27, 2015 | 10:25 PM
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My Ruff Stuff stiffeners came today!
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