I've made it to the point where the next list of projects are (what I consider) major ones - and I'm hoping I can get some input on where to start.... I know that I definitely want to re-gear to 4.56 or 4.88 (I'm on 33's), and put in some type of locker or limited-slip (at least in the back, but possibly front too). Might as well do those at the same time.... Depending on the locker choice, I would potentially upgrade to Chromoly axle shafts. I've got the Dana 30/35, and I know the stock shafts have their own set of issues.
Regarding the lockers: I don't want something that is locked all the time, and I don't want to spend a ton of money for e-lockers, or air lockers. Based on that, it seems like a limited-slip TruTrac is a great way to go. They don't seem to be as efficient as an actual locker, but I'm not rock crawling and my wheeling is fairly light - a few times per year, mostly mud/forest roads in the Southeast..... If I go with the limited-slip, am I correct in saying that I SHOULDN'T upgrade to chromoly shafts? Is the TruTrac a sufficient option?
Regarding the gearing: I have a 4" suspension lift, on 33's, 6-speed manual. My stock 3.73's are fine overall, but they leave something to be desired on the highway - and I figure if I'm putting in a locker or LS, I might as well have the gearing done while I'm there. My jeep will run 70-75 on the highway, but it definitely loses power on the up-hill. Do you guys recommend 4.56 or 4.88? Is there a preferred brand that has quality reviews, but won't break the bank? Yukon and Motive Gear seem to be about the same price.
Regarding the SYE: I still don't have a SYE installed, and I know next-to-nothing about them. I have a t-case drop, and it's not been much of a problem overall, but I've seen the drawbacks on some of the more technical trails I've ran. I'm considering having a SYE put in as well to get rid of the t-case drop. The Tom Wood's website recommends the Teraflex Extreme Short 231 kit. This may a silly question, but will I need to get a new driveshaft along with a SYE kit, or does it bolt right into the existing driveshaft?
I would appreciate any feedback/input!
Regarding the lockers: I don't want something that is locked all the time, and I don't want to spend a ton of money for e-lockers, or air lockers. Based on that, it seems like a limited-slip TruTrac is a great way to go. They don't seem to be as efficient as an actual locker, but I'm not rock crawling and my wheeling is fairly light - a few times per year, mostly mud/forest roads in the Southeast..... If I go with the limited-slip, am I correct in saying that I SHOULDN'T upgrade to chromoly shafts? Is the TruTrac a sufficient option?
Regarding the gearing: I have a 4" suspension lift, on 33's, 6-speed manual. My stock 3.73's are fine overall, but they leave something to be desired on the highway - and I figure if I'm putting in a locker or LS, I might as well have the gearing done while I'm there. My jeep will run 70-75 on the highway, but it definitely loses power on the up-hill. Do you guys recommend 4.56 or 4.88? Is there a preferred brand that has quality reviews, but won't break the bank? Yukon and Motive Gear seem to be about the same price.
Regarding the SYE: I still don't have a SYE installed, and I know next-to-nothing about them. I have a t-case drop, and it's not been much of a problem overall, but I've seen the drawbacks on some of the more technical trails I've ran. I'm considering having a SYE put in as well to get rid of the t-case drop. The Tom Wood's website recommends the Teraflex Extreme Short 231 kit. This may a silly question, but will I need to get a new driveshaft along with a SYE kit, or does it bolt right into the existing driveshaft?
I would appreciate any feedback/input!