need some axle advice
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need some axle advice
ok well, i have a d35 in my rig right now, it needs bearings and found out yesterday i need axle seals. I was also told the the axle is self is making noise (always thought it as just the worn bearings) So my question is would it be easyer to rebuild the axle? and replace all the worn parts? i changed the diff oil in it about a week or so ago, and the gears all looked fine, or would it be easyer to just swap it out? if i swapped it out i'd like to put in a 8.25, i dont plan on running a locker till possibly the end of the summer. if i swap it out should i look for a 8.25 with posi? what are some things i should look for and know when looking for a new axle, again or should i just rebuild my current one?
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Look for a 29 spline 8.25 if you want bolt-in or d44. The d44's are rare in xj's though. If you don't mind some fab, many people run ford 8.8's.
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Originally Posted by jcwclm
Look for a 29 spline 8.25 if you want bolt-in or d44. The d44's are rare in xj's though. If you don't mind some fab, many people run ford 8.8's.
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look for an XJ d44, or a 29 spline 8.25 from a 97 or later XJ. Direct bolt in and both plenty strong
I wouldn't put any money into a Dana 35
I wouldn't put any money into a Dana 35
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Originally Posted by rweaver138
look for an XJ d44, or a 29 spline 8.25 from a 97 or later XJ. Direct bolt in and both plenty strong
I wouldn't put any money into a Dana 35
I wouldn't put any money into a Dana 35
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Originally Posted by Rock Toy
Just get one that has the same gear ratio as your front axle.
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