90xjcjf

I've been on here for two days so hi everyone. Already this has been very helpful to me. I live in sw Missouri and we got sticky mud and rocks. What type of lockers should I get for my 1990 xj w the stock Dana axles? It's a street/trail rig that I got for finding good fishing spots. I love it so much I parked my equinox that's like brand new. Lol. N e way any help is wanted. Thanks y'all.

Gee oh Dee

If you have a D35 most will say don't bother. If you have a D44, your much better off. The HPD30 you have in front is good.

Are you wanting selectable or auto lockers? What budget are you aiming for?

I have an ARB for my rear, and love it. But I'm an ARB ***** when it comes to lockers. There are other selectable lockers out there that are just as good, and cost less.

90xjcjf

Yeah I got a 35. Ppl r saying get a 8.8 ford from a explorer. And I don't have a endless bank account lol but I don't wanna blow alot of money one something that is gonna be wasted by me not getting the best use from it. I'd like a economy one. Best for my money.

Gee oh Dee

A rear that came in an XJ would be more economical. A D44 or Chrysler 8.25 would work, and would be fine with some.recently large tires.

razor02097

To buy, convert and install an 8.8 can be on the expensive side. Plus you will have to either re-gear the 8.8 or your D30.

If you can find a D44 or a C 8.25 they are a direct bolt in. You could probably find a C 8.25 with the same gear ratio as your D30 making it even cheaper.


You should be able to buy and lock a C 8.25 with a lunchbox locker for around $500.

90xjcjf

What about a locker in front? Or do I need one? And what did Dana 44's come in? Or the 8.25 come in. That r a bolt up app.

razor02097

D44 came in 1987-1990 XJ's
The C8.25 came in 1991-2001 NOTE: the more desirable 8.25 is the 29 spline that came in late 1996-2001 XJ's

90xjcjf

Mine is a 1990 xj. How can u tell a 44 from a 35. I'm sure I got a 35 but maybe I do got a 44.

builtnotbought89'

Also 91-01 XJs with ABS have the D35!

builtnotbought89'

here you go-
https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f2/what-my-specs-30605/

90xjcjf

Thanks for that link. It had a pick of all the diff covers so I can make sure what I got.

90xjcjf

But y is the d35 not good or wanted? What problems does it have?

builtnotbought89'

Yep! So what kinda wheelin are you planning on doing? Most guys will tell you not to lock a 35, but if all your trying to do is find some good fishing spots you should be fine locking it! Granted you don't go over 31" tires. Just for mudding & some small to medium rocks you'll be fine. Granted there is a better market for lockers on the 8.25, & even more so for the d44!

builtnotbought89'

Small axle shafts which tend to break under a lot of torque, which is what you get locking an axle, & getting the truck into a gnarly situation! Idk if they make a auto locker (lunchbox locker) for the d35, but if so I would recommend that as it can POP & release some tension at the moment the shaft might break! Tons of guys lock the 35 & wheel the **** outta them

90xjcjf

Heck I may go get a 8.25 and keep the d35 as a spare.