Chrysler 8.25 on 35s
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Chrysler 8.25 on 35s
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I am running 35s with the stock chrysler 8.25 rear axle, and am not sure whether it would be ok to go offroading with that set up. I am not planing on doing anything hardcore, just lots mud and thats it. I am just dont want to break anything as I will be by myself.
I am running 35s with the stock chrysler 8.25 rear axle, and am not sure whether it would be ok to go offroading with that set up. I am not planing on doing anything hardcore, just lots mud and thats it. I am just dont want to break anything as I will be by myself.
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Hi guys,
I am running 35s with the stock chrysler 8.25 rear axle, and am not sure whether it would be ok to go offroading with that set up. I am not planing on doing anything hardcore, just lots mud and thats it. I am just dont want to break anything as I will be by myself.
I am running 35s with the stock chrysler 8.25 rear axle, and am not sure whether it would be ok to go offroading with that set up. I am not planing on doing anything hardcore, just lots mud and thats it. I am just dont want to break anything as I will be by myself.
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OhvCentral (10-27-2020)
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Some good tow hooks and a hitch go pretty far for almost no money....
Wheeling alone in a place you don’t know without a winch or proper hi lift skills is pretty sketch.
But as far as your question, I doubt you’ll break the 8.25, especially if it’s open, if you’re just wheeling mud and trails.
Wheeling alone in a place you don’t know without a winch or proper hi lift skills is pretty sketch.
But as far as your question, I doubt you’ll break the 8.25, especially if it’s open, if you’re just wheeling mud and trails.
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OhvCentral (10-27-2020)
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We all hate "that guy" on the trail. So, don't be that guy, lol
I know you're gung ho, and want to go have fun, I'm just saying be smart about it. Go prepared.
The reason I suggest decent bumpers, is you say you want to go mudding. If your rig is buried in mud, what are you going to attach to to get out?
A bumper with decent tie ins and D rings, or built in hitch goes a long way into making a bad day a little easier, haha
...and I agree, good looking rig
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It's Rough Country, it's simply garbage. Bolt on recovery points, kills any approach angle you want, weights a ton. Get something worth buying.
The 8.25 can easily handle 35s and even with a locker. If you're worried about the c-clips you can get disc brakes and that'll keep the shafts in if an unexpected situation.
The 8.25 can easily handle 35s and even with a locker. If you're worried about the c-clips you can get disc brakes and that'll keep the shafts in if an unexpected situation.
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OhvCentral (10-27-2020)
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I agree, not a RC fan.
Look for a bumper with solid frame rail tie ins, and welded D ring mounts. One that accepts a winch would be a good idea too, that way you can add it later when you can afford to.
Look for a bumper with solid frame rail tie ins, and welded D ring mounts. One that accepts a winch would be a good idea too, that way you can add it later when you can afford to.
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I'm running an 8.25 un-trussed right now with 35x12.5's and a spartan rear locker. no issues off road or on icy roads transitioning to dry pavement. its all in how you drive with em. Don't drive like an idiot, and let the tires/locker work for you and it will hold up just fine.
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I still have the 27 spline, I am planning on getting 29 from the jy but I guess it will be a little bit difficult as there are not so many xjs where I live. I am also planning o regear yo 4.88 and long arms.
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That thing is way too clean for mudding, lol
Besides, you don't wanna be a mudder if you do your own work...I still find Moab red mud dropping on me, and I've completely redone the entire underside of my jeep. Almost like there's a magical portal under my jeep, that only opens when I'm under it, looking up, with a wrench in my hand, lol
Besides, you don't wanna be a mudder if you do your own work...I still find Moab red mud dropping on me, and I've completely redone the entire underside of my jeep. Almost like there's a magical portal under my jeep, that only opens when I'm under it, looking up, with a wrench in my hand, lol
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Is your power steering bracket cracked?
Very clean XJ by the way - paint looks brand new. You must live in the south since it has a heater-core delete, LOL
Very clean XJ by the way - paint looks brand new. You must live in the south since it has a heater-core delete, LOL