Well today went to install rear diff cover and thought I had a Dana 35 but I guess I don't. I have a chryco 8.25. My jeep is 2000. Does anyone have a pic of a 8.25. The pic I have look like the top and bottom 3 bolts are lined up. Idk. Any help much appericated.

 

http://www.yuccaman.com/jeep/pics/axle_825.jpg

Found on Google search.

Note flat spot on bottom of housing...

 

Also, be sure to breath in a sign of relief that you DONT have the D35

 

8.25 27 SPLINE. Yours proly has 29 spline being newer

 

the 8.25 is flat on the bottom where the dana 35 is rounded

 

So why is the 8.25 better than the d35 i have the 8.25 so im covered

 

The 8.25 is a *much* stronger axle, especially the newer 97+ ones cause they've got 29 spline axle shafts. D35s are very unpopular.

 

I have never had a problem with my 35...yet. But when I do I'll upgrade.
Did you by any chance buy an aftermarket cover? If so I'd be interested in taking it off your hands..PM me if so

 

I thought thats what the answer would be glad i have a 2000 with a 8.25! Gettin ready to put a 2" lift with some 31's so i can hit some muddy trails this spring!

 

8.25 ftw