93 YJ Axle Question
10-17-2003, 08:59 PM
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Re: 93 YJ Axle Question
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"MudPuppy1976 <\"moc.rr.pacyn\"@67lamina" wrote:
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> well, i haven't broken anything yet, but i'll keep you in mind *wikkid
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"MudPuppy1976 <\"moc.rr.pacyn\"@67lamina" wrote:
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> well, i haven't broken anything yet, but i'll keep you in mind *wikkid
> grin*
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10-17-2003, 08:59 PM
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Re: 93 YJ Axle Question
Thanks.
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"MudPuppy1976 <\"moc.rr.pacyn\"@67lamina" wrote:
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> well, i haven't broken anything yet, but i'll keep you in mind *wikkid
> grin*
> --
> Ben Jerew
> ASE Master Technician
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"MudPuppy1976 <\"moc.rr.pacyn\"@67lamina" wrote:
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> well, i haven't broken anything yet, but i'll keep you in mind *wikkid
> grin*
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> Ben Jerew
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10-17-2003, 10:31 PM
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Re: 93 YJ Axle Question
[snip]
> > Other axles like a Ford 8.8 or 9" are good too but have a bit more to do
> > first before they can be installed.... both are stronger than the Dana 44
> > but the Dana 44 is more than strong enough for 99% of offroading needs.
> >
> > Jerry
> >
> ok, so really, if i install lockers in my 35 and 35c, even going with
> 33" tires i'd still be pretty safe? like i said, i'm not doing this full
> time, just weekend warrior type stuff.
Take in mind that lockers will put real strain on your axles. without
lockers only the torque that is requires to spin ONE wheel is on the
axle. With locker the torque required to spin BOTH wheels tortures the
axles. Add in super grippy offroad tires and you are adding a LOT
motr strain on those axles and diffs .... somthing to take in mind ..
Make sure you build your jeep wisely ... just makeing one part bigger
will cause others to break ... I.e. Huge tires are nice but they need
strong axles stronger brakes and stronger steering. Otherwise these
things will give up
To the locker you need to decide if you can life with a detroit type
which you cant disengage ... they are nice and cheap but suck
downhills off camber (snow) as they will push you seidways...
Other options are Oxlocker (IMO the best), and I think detroit makes a
new electric locker ..
I have an ARB in my 4Runner. Although the locker is great the air
system certainly isnt... Only after ALL the airlines from the locker
up were custom did it work ... and the ARB compressor still leaks (it
will be welded soon). Do NOT get the ARB compressor with the ARB
locker ... If you want more info .. email me ...
Happy wheeling
matt
> > Other axles like a Ford 8.8 or 9" are good too but have a bit more to do
> > first before they can be installed.... both are stronger than the Dana 44
> > but the Dana 44 is more than strong enough for 99% of offroading needs.
> >
> > Jerry
> >
> ok, so really, if i install lockers in my 35 and 35c, even going with
> 33" tires i'd still be pretty safe? like i said, i'm not doing this full
> time, just weekend warrior type stuff.
Take in mind that lockers will put real strain on your axles. without
lockers only the torque that is requires to spin ONE wheel is on the
axle. With locker the torque required to spin BOTH wheels tortures the
axles. Add in super grippy offroad tires and you are adding a LOT
motr strain on those axles and diffs .... somthing to take in mind ..
Make sure you build your jeep wisely ... just makeing one part bigger
will cause others to break ... I.e. Huge tires are nice but they need
strong axles stronger brakes and stronger steering. Otherwise these
things will give up
To the locker you need to decide if you can life with a detroit type
which you cant disengage ... they are nice and cheap but suck
downhills off camber (snow) as they will push you seidways...
Other options are Oxlocker (IMO the best), and I think detroit makes a
new electric locker ..
I have an ARB in my 4Runner. Although the locker is great the air
system certainly isnt... Only after ALL the airlines from the locker
up were custom did it work ... and the ARB compressor still leaks (it
will be welded soon). Do NOT get the ARB compressor with the ARB
locker ... If you want more info .. email me ...
Happy wheeling
matt
10-17-2003, 10:31 PM
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Re: 93 YJ Axle Question
[snip]
> > Other axles like a Ford 8.8 or 9" are good too but have a bit more to do
> > first before they can be installed.... both are stronger than the Dana 44
> > but the Dana 44 is more than strong enough for 99% of offroading needs.
> >
> > Jerry
> >
> ok, so really, if i install lockers in my 35 and 35c, even going with
> 33" tires i'd still be pretty safe? like i said, i'm not doing this full
> time, just weekend warrior type stuff.
Take in mind that lockers will put real strain on your axles. without
lockers only the torque that is requires to spin ONE wheel is on the
axle. With locker the torque required to spin BOTH wheels tortures the
axles. Add in super grippy offroad tires and you are adding a LOT
motr strain on those axles and diffs .... somthing to take in mind ..
Make sure you build your jeep wisely ... just makeing one part bigger
will cause others to break ... I.e. Huge tires are nice but they need
strong axles stronger brakes and stronger steering. Otherwise these
things will give up
To the locker you need to decide if you can life with a detroit type
which you cant disengage ... they are nice and cheap but suck
downhills off camber (snow) as they will push you seidways...
Other options are Oxlocker (IMO the best), and I think detroit makes a
new electric locker ..
I have an ARB in my 4Runner. Although the locker is great the air
system certainly isnt... Only after ALL the airlines from the locker
up were custom did it work ... and the ARB compressor still leaks (it
will be welded soon). Do NOT get the ARB compressor with the ARB
locker ... If you want more info .. email me ...
Happy wheeling
matt
> > Other axles like a Ford 8.8 or 9" are good too but have a bit more to do
> > first before they can be installed.... both are stronger than the Dana 44
> > but the Dana 44 is more than strong enough for 99% of offroading needs.
> >
> > Jerry
> >
> ok, so really, if i install lockers in my 35 and 35c, even going with
> 33" tires i'd still be pretty safe? like i said, i'm not doing this full
> time, just weekend warrior type stuff.
Take in mind that lockers will put real strain on your axles. without
lockers only the torque that is requires to spin ONE wheel is on the
axle. With locker the torque required to spin BOTH wheels tortures the
axles. Add in super grippy offroad tires and you are adding a LOT
motr strain on those axles and diffs .... somthing to take in mind ..
Make sure you build your jeep wisely ... just makeing one part bigger
will cause others to break ... I.e. Huge tires are nice but they need
strong axles stronger brakes and stronger steering. Otherwise these
things will give up
To the locker you need to decide if you can life with a detroit type
which you cant disengage ... they are nice and cheap but suck
downhills off camber (snow) as they will push you seidways...
Other options are Oxlocker (IMO the best), and I think detroit makes a
new electric locker ..
I have an ARB in my 4Runner. Although the locker is great the air
system certainly isnt... Only after ALL the airlines from the locker
up were custom did it work ... and the ARB compressor still leaks (it
will be welded soon). Do NOT get the ARB compressor with the ARB
locker ... If you want more info .. email me ...
Happy wheeling
matt
10-17-2003, 10:31 PM
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Re: 93 YJ Axle Question
[snip]
> > Other axles like a Ford 8.8 or 9" are good too but have a bit more to do
> > first before they can be installed.... both are stronger than the Dana 44
> > but the Dana 44 is more than strong enough for 99% of offroading needs.
> >
> > Jerry
> >
> ok, so really, if i install lockers in my 35 and 35c, even going with
> 33" tires i'd still be pretty safe? like i said, i'm not doing this full
> time, just weekend warrior type stuff.
Take in mind that lockers will put real strain on your axles. without
lockers only the torque that is requires to spin ONE wheel is on the
axle. With locker the torque required to spin BOTH wheels tortures the
axles. Add in super grippy offroad tires and you are adding a LOT
motr strain on those axles and diffs .... somthing to take in mind ..
Make sure you build your jeep wisely ... just makeing one part bigger
will cause others to break ... I.e. Huge tires are nice but they need
strong axles stronger brakes and stronger steering. Otherwise these
things will give up
To the locker you need to decide if you can life with a detroit type
which you cant disengage ... they are nice and cheap but suck
downhills off camber (snow) as they will push you seidways...
Other options are Oxlocker (IMO the best), and I think detroit makes a
new electric locker ..
I have an ARB in my 4Runner. Although the locker is great the air
system certainly isnt... Only after ALL the airlines from the locker
up were custom did it work ... and the ARB compressor still leaks (it
will be welded soon). Do NOT get the ARB compressor with the ARB
locker ... If you want more info .. email me ...
Happy wheeling
matt
> > Other axles like a Ford 8.8 or 9" are good too but have a bit more to do
> > first before they can be installed.... both are stronger than the Dana 44
> > but the Dana 44 is more than strong enough for 99% of offroading needs.
> >
> > Jerry
> >
> ok, so really, if i install lockers in my 35 and 35c, even going with
> 33" tires i'd still be pretty safe? like i said, i'm not doing this full
> time, just weekend warrior type stuff.
Take in mind that lockers will put real strain on your axles. without
lockers only the torque that is requires to spin ONE wheel is on the
axle. With locker the torque required to spin BOTH wheels tortures the
axles. Add in super grippy offroad tires and you are adding a LOT
motr strain on those axles and diffs .... somthing to take in mind ..
Make sure you build your jeep wisely ... just makeing one part bigger
will cause others to break ... I.e. Huge tires are nice but they need
strong axles stronger brakes and stronger steering. Otherwise these
things will give up
To the locker you need to decide if you can life with a detroit type
which you cant disengage ... they are nice and cheap but suck
downhills off camber (snow) as they will push you seidways...
Other options are Oxlocker (IMO the best), and I think detroit makes a
new electric locker ..
I have an ARB in my 4Runner. Although the locker is great the air
system certainly isnt... Only after ALL the airlines from the locker
up were custom did it work ... and the ARB compressor still leaks (it
will be welded soon). Do NOT get the ARB compressor with the ARB
locker ... If you want more info .. email me ...
Happy wheeling
matt
10-18-2003, 02:16 AM
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Re: 93 YJ Axle Question
> But a reverse cut in the rear is not as strong as a non-reverse cut
> axle in the rear. A reverse-cut is stronger up front, but not in the
rear.
True... The one article I remember reading on the subject mentioned
that a reverse-cut Dana 60 was similar to a regular Dana 44.....
Mike
> axle in the rear. A reverse-cut is stronger up front, but not in the
rear.
True... The one article I remember reading on the subject mentioned
that a reverse-cut Dana 60 was similar to a regular Dana 44.....
Mike
10-18-2003, 02:16 AM
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Re: 93 YJ Axle Question
> But a reverse cut in the rear is not as strong as a non-reverse cut
> axle in the rear. A reverse-cut is stronger up front, but not in the
rear.
True... The one article I remember reading on the subject mentioned
that a reverse-cut Dana 60 was similar to a regular Dana 44.....
Mike
> axle in the rear. A reverse-cut is stronger up front, but not in the
rear.
True... The one article I remember reading on the subject mentioned
that a reverse-cut Dana 60 was similar to a regular Dana 44.....
Mike
10-18-2003, 02:16 AM
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Re: 93 YJ Axle Question
> But a reverse cut in the rear is not as strong as a non-reverse cut
> axle in the rear. A reverse-cut is stronger up front, but not in the
rear.
True... The one article I remember reading on the subject mentioned
that a reverse-cut Dana 60 was similar to a regular Dana 44.....
Mike
> axle in the rear. A reverse-cut is stronger up front, but not in the
rear.
True... The one article I remember reading on the subject mentioned
that a reverse-cut Dana 60 was similar to a regular Dana 44.....
Mike
10-18-2003, 05:16 AM
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Re: 93 YJ Axle Question
"Mike Borkhuis" <nospam@nowhere.com> wrote in message
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> > But a reverse cut in the rear is not as strong as a non-reverse cut
> > axle in the rear. A reverse-cut is stronger up front, but not in the
> rear.
>
> True... The one article I remember reading on the subject mentioned
> that a reverse-cut Dana 60 was similar to a regular Dana 44.....
Then why bother with a D60 since a D44 offers greater ground clearance?
Jerry
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10-18-2003, 05:16 AM
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Re: 93 YJ Axle Question
"Mike Borkhuis" <nospam@nowhere.com> wrote in message
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> > But a reverse cut in the rear is not as strong as a non-reverse cut
> > axle in the rear. A reverse-cut is stronger up front, but not in the
> rear.
>
> True... The one article I remember reading on the subject mentioned
> that a reverse-cut Dana 60 was similar to a regular Dana 44.....
Then why bother with a D60 since a D44 offers greater ground clearance?
Jerry
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