2005 Rubicon Build

[Turtle1776Rubicon]

I need some help finding the right drive shafts for my TJ. I have a 6" long arm skyjacker lift kit and 37's going on it in the next few days. I don't know what drive shafts to get so I don't have any problems with the lift kit. I have a 2005 TJ Rubicon. it has the slip yoke eliminator kit on it from the factory. anyone know what i need for this build? I appresheate any in put from anyone. Thank you. Turtle.

 

[derekmac]

You'll need more than a driveshaft to prepare for what you're doing, but Tom Wood's will be able to get you exactly what you need for a driveshaft. https://4xshaft.com/

 

[Turtle1776Rubicon]

You'll need more than a driveshaft to prepare for what you're doing, but Tom Wood's will be able to get you exactly what you need for a driveshaft. https://4xshaft.com/

Thanks I'm doing this build with some friends and we are in need of a list of stuff needed for the build thank you for the help.

 

[derekmac]

You'll also want upgraded axle shafts at minimum, the stock Dana 44's are not really up to handling 37" tires. You'll also need to upgrade the brakes, which you can find here: Shop VANCO Big Brake Kits You should also consider stretching the wheelbase for 37's.

 

[Turtle1776Rubicon]

So do I need to get a wider axles? or will a wheel spacer kit do the trick?

 

[derekmac]

@Chris and @Jerry Bransford might be better suited to giving recommendations on what would be best. The only guys I know that are running 37's or bigger are sitting on 1 ton running gear, and they're FAR from stock rigs. There are guys here running 37's, I just can't remember who.

 

[Turtle1776Rubicon]

So before I make a big expensive mistake do I need to get bigger axles or can I just bed up the 44s?

 

[derekmac]

I believe @toximus has 37's on one of his Jeeps. I really can't comment on what should be done though, but someone here will be able to give you the proper advice.

 

[Chris]

Paging @toximus

 

[toximus]

If you go off road, you'll want a Dana 60 if you don't like replacing parts often. Especially in the front.

The stock TJ wheelbase is also not good for 37s.

Heres my build thread which outlines my entire build:

https://wranglertjforum.com/threads...-octane-a-streetable-adventure-lj-story.9956/

 

[OHFIVETJ]

Welcome to the group from the Island of Long, My name is Johnny & i'm a JEEPAHOLIC

 

[Turtle1776Rubicon]

Thank you. my jeep addiction is strong and I will admit it. I'm on my 4th jeep! and I plan on getting a cj-6 and a MB someday.