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Apr 18, 2012 | 03:11 PM

Deanxj97

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From: Hebron,KY (cincinnati area)

Year: 1997

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0L I6

Ruff stuff wheelbase perch

Has anyone ever used these.

http://www.ruffstuffspecialties.com/...e=AxleSwapKits

I thought I saw that for a Dana 60 rear my driveshaft needs to be 2 inches shorter, so by pushing back the axles with these would that do the trick or would you not recommend it

Apr 18, 2012 | 03:39 PM

ktmracer419

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well, do you want to extend your wheelbase?

make sure the diff will clear the fuel tank, and if you are running larger tires, you will have to trim extra out of your wheel opening.

Apr 18, 2012 | 04:25 PM

xjmarc

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From: Soddy Daisy TN

Year: 97

Model: Cherokee

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I just build my own out of 2x2 hitch steel and moved mine back about 2 inches and I also had to shorten my rear shaft for the 60.

Apr 20, 2012 | 07:36 AM

Deanxj97

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From: Hebron,KY (cincinnati area)

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I really just want to get the Dana 60 in there without having to get a new custom driveshaft, cause I just got a new one with my SYE

Apr 20, 2012 | 07:54 AM

ktmracer419

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i run regular perches with a 60 and just used a stock front shaft from a 5 speed xj. perfect length for me. worked mint

Apr 20, 2012 | 08:15 AM

Deanxj97

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From: Hebron,KY (cincinnati area)

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Quote:

Originally Posted by ktmracer419

i run regular perches with a 60 and just used a stock front shaft from a 5 speed xj. perfect length for me. worked mint

That works for me!! Does it have to be a 5 speed

Apr 20, 2012 | 08:35 AM

ktmracer419

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Deanxj97

That works for me!! Does it have to be a 5 speed

5 speed shafts are about an inch shorter than auto shafts. so probably yes. depends a lot on lift height, pinion angle, what leaves you are running, etc.

Ruff stuff wheelbase perch

Ruff stuff wheelbase perch

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