AXLES

Subject: AXLES Fri Feb 01, 2008 11:37 pm

I have a 91 yj and i wanna swap some heavier duty axles to replace my 30 and 35 i am looking for a pair of axles with 4:10's, 4:56's, or 4:88's. I wouldnt mind putting another dana 30 in the front, its the 35 im trying to swap out the most. Just wondering what you guys have for sale out there.

Subject: Re: AXLES Sat Feb 02, 2008 9:43 am

yjs are simple to swap axels, just weld on the spring perches. I would just go with full size 44/9 or 44/8.8 and build them up. Only thing is I would still keep the 30/35 combo stored for inspections or if the police hassel you for your tires sticking out.
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what are you looking to do with it?
tire size, future tire size...

LS/Locker Age : 20 Joined : 20 Jan 2007 Posts : 78

since you are basically at your limit for your 35 its a good thing you are looking for axles lol
getting into the 35-36 range you will need at least a dana 44 or an 8.8 in the rear.
The 8.8 is generally considered a stronger axle and much easier to find than a 44.
If you get one, you are looking for one out of a 91-01 ford explorer. 91-94 came with drum brakes, 95-01 disk.
They have 31 spline axles - good
The are within 1 inch of stock width - good
the keep stock wheel pattern - really good

The dana 30 up front gets a little anemic in the 36 inch range but is general considered good up to 37's especially with either a warn hub lock out kit or a super 30 kit from superior or alloy axles.

If you want to upgrade the front, a dana 44 would probably be perfect for your need for now and in the near future.
There is too much info to list here but a simple goole search will yeild thousands of results.

I would recommened signing up for an account on www.jeepforum.com and spending a couple of days researching out what is the best for you situation. There is a wealth of info on that site.