Hi my 2002 Sahara was totaled and my new Jeep has a 44 under it so I don't plan on swapping in the 8.8 I got for the Sahara just wondering what you all recommend for 35s on a 44 ie axle shafts locker
I'm going with a 4.56 I know it's not ideal for a manual but I already have the front gears from the automaticRevolution USA Made shafts, 5.13 and arb.
Thank you for the info this helps a lotGears: 4.88 with a Manual and 35's is recommended but 4.56 is more than close enough, common manufacturers are Revolution Gear and Axle, Motive Gear, Yukon, and Nitro Gear. As far as I know, manufacturer isn't super critical. Bearing quality is important - Timken for example is a brand to go with. Above all, use an experienced gear installer and conventional (not synthetic) gear oil.
Locker: For selectable lockers you have Eaton E-Lockers, ARB air lockers Yukon Zip lockers, and OX Lockers. Ox lockers have issues with the engaging mechanism, ARB is the most expensive, and can have failures due to improper installation (same with Zip lockers because they are also air powered), Eaton lockers (my personal choice) are straightforward because they use and electrical engagement. All three of these brands are reputable and the lockers themselves are strong units, but the engagement types vary. For a non-selectable locker, you have a lot more options, you have Limited slip diffs which are good for road manners but wont keep your wheels spinning if they are off the ground. An lunchbox locker like the PowerTrax LockRite replaces your spider gears and stays locked when not turning (great budget option). A locker such as the Eaton Detriot or Yukon Grizzly locker essentially functions the same as the Lockrite, but replaces the entire carrier.
Shafts: 4340 Chromoly shafts, USA made. As far as I know Revolution is the only one making their shafts in the USA. I'm not 100% positive.
As for accessories
Tube sleeves - Don't add any benifit really
Trusses - you dont need them unless your using a custom control arm set up like a 4-link
4.56 is ideal for your 35's with your 3-speed 32RH automatic. 4.88 would be great for a 5-speed manual but not for your 3-speed automatic.I'm going with a 4.56 I know it's not ideal for a manual but I already have the front gears from the automatic
I no longer have the 32 already automatic now I have a five-speed transmission I think is the ax 154.56 is ideal for your 35's with your 3-speed 32RH automatic. 4.88 would be great for a 5-speed manual but not for your 3-speed automatic.
Oh sorry I misunderstood. With 35's and 5-speed the above advice to go 4.88 or 5.13 is right on. Since you already have to pay to regear one axle I'd bite the bullet and do what it takes to do the other axle. Sell blood plasma if you have to lol.I no longer have the 32 already automatic now I have a five-speed transmission I think is the ax 15
I don't suppose you know what tranny a 97 manual tj is?Oh sorry I misunderstood. With 35's and 5-speed the above advice to go 4.88 or 5.13. Since you already have to pay to regear one axle I'd bite the bullet and do what it takes to do the other axle. Sell blood plasma if you have to lol.
I had a similar undergeared issue when running 4.10 and 33's when I still had a 5-speed. It sucked having to downshift so much for even the gentlest of grades.
Ax15. With 35s go to 5.13s, especially here in COI don't suppose you know what tranny a 97 manual tj is?
Is that suitable for highway driving?Ax15. With 35s go to 5.13s, especially here in CO
YepIs that suitable for highway driving?
Agreed. I have 4.88 and want 5.13 someday.Ax15. With 35s go to 5.13s, especially here in CO
Without a doubt. I daily drove 4.88 on 33s for years. I liked it much better than my current 4.88 on 35s.Is that suitable for highway driving?
We need to start some sort of annual colorado jeep meetWithout a doubt.
yes, it should put you around 3000 rpm at 75 mph in 5th gear which is goodIs that suitable for highway driving?
April Phoolz in Buena Vista every year!We need to start some sort of annual colorado jeep meet
Without a doubt. I daily drove 4.88 on 33s for years. I liked it much better than my current 4.88 on 35s.
Absolutely. Mines a DD with 5.13s. 75mph is right at 3k rpms and I travel 80 miles a dayIs that suitable for highway driving?