comancheman Posted June 17, 2006 Share Posted June 17, 2006 would it be worthwhile swapping the d35 for the 8.25 or should i just go to the d44 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeeppinTom Posted June 17, 2006 Share Posted June 17, 2006 If you can't find a D44 pick up the 8.25, or Explorer 8.8 with disc brakes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comancheman Posted June 18, 2006 Author Share Posted June 18, 2006 what modifications will i have to perform on the ford axle besides relocating the spring perches Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyComanche Posted June 18, 2006 Share Posted June 18, 2006 You'll need to purchase a right side brake hose for the left side, and run new brake lines on the axle. You'll also need shock mounts. And the flanged adapter for the pinion (grab while getting the axle). Oh, it's also a hair narrower than a stock axle, a set of spacers would be nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagle Posted June 18, 2006 Share Posted June 18, 2006 If you decide to go with the 8.25" XJ axle, be sure it's from a '97 or newer XJ. The older ones are 27 spline just like the D35, and the shafts are the same diameter. The '97 and newer use larger shafts and have 29 splines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bounty Hunter Posted June 18, 2006 Share Posted June 18, 2006 The 8.25 is worthwhile if it's free (mine was), otherwise buy an 8.8. I just got done swapping one into my MJ, well, almost done. Most popular gear ratios are 3.55, 3,73, and 4.10 and can be found with a limited slip. Picked mine up complete for $100. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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